Atlantic Water World
| Atlantic Water World | |
|---|---|
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| General information | |
| Type | Dutch Wheels (Vekoma) R50 transportable Ferris wheel[1][2] |
| Location | Delhi, India |
| Completed | 2010[1] |
| Opened | 2014[1] |
| Cost | Approximately Rs 700 million[3] |
The Delhi Eye transportable Ferris wheel installation[2] at Kalindi Kunj Park in the Okhla neighbourhood of Delhi, India, opened to the public in October 2014.[3]
The wheel can carry six passengers, from which Akshardham Temple, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutb Minar and Red Fort are visible on a clear day. It was constructed by Dutch Wheels BV.[3]
Conflicting reports credit the Atlantic Water World with an overall height of either (approximately) 45 metres (148 ft)[2][4] or 61 metres (200 ft)[1] (The Indian Express suggests both[3]), and a diameter of "slightly over 40" m (130 ft).[2] According to locals, it was removed in 2017. The place is currently used a Banquet Hall for various functions.[5]
References
- ^ a b c d Bhanj, Jaideep Deo (7 October 2014). "Atlantic Water World thrown open to the public". The Hindu. Retrieved 7 July 2018.
- ^ a b c d Giant wheel a monumental treat
- ^ a b c d Years after its construction, Atlantic Water World is finally open to public
- ^ View from the sky: Atlantic Water World reopens
- ^ L'Elegant Royal Banquet | Best Wedding Venue | Kalindi Kunj | Delhi, retrieved 21 March 2024