London Baby!! Part 2, London Eye

If you are in London, a must on the list of places to visit is the London Eye. 

I went on the giant ferris wheel the same day that I went to the Tower of London.  While they are both on the River Thames, it is a bit of a walk.  However, quick ride on the Underground will get you there much quicker.  And after spending most of the day walking around the Tower, the Underground was the way to go!

Some random facts about the Eye:

• It is 443 feet tall. 
• There are 32 heated & air conditioned passenger capsules. 
• Each capsule represents one of London Boroughs.  (A borough is similar to a township)
• Each capsule holds 25 people.
• It offers a 360 degree view of the city.
• Can see for about 25 miles on a clear day.
• It takes about 30 minutes to go around.
• It is visited by 3.5 million people annually.
• During the 2012 Summer Olympics, the Olympic emblem will be attached to the Eye.

It was dusk when we got on and by the time we got to the top it was pretty dark.  It was amazing seeing the city all lit up. 

I know the height of the Eye might be an issue.  I was a little nervous about it myself.  But it goes so slowly you almost don't notice when you have reached the top.  And the views are just to amazing to miss!  I can't wait to go back for a ride during the day.