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Since opening in March 2000 the London Eye has become an iconic landmark of
modern Britain. The London Eye is one of the most popular attractions in the UK.
Since mid-January 2015, it has been known in branding as the Coca-Cola London Eye,
according to an agreement signed in 2014.
Constructing the London Eye was a massive challenge. It is the tallest observation
wheel in the world, A It was a piece of daring innovation and
revolutionary design B with an exceptional team of experts. It took
seven years and the skills of hundreds of people from five countries to make the
London Eye a reality.
The London Eye passenger capsules are designed in a new form for an observation
wheel. The result is a stunning 360 degree panoramic view from the top of the wheel,
C
Any visitor to the London Eye can't help but be amazed by the incredible six cables
holding the wheel in place. The wheel cables include a variety of thick strong cables,
D , holding the rim tight to the central bar. The main elements were
manufactured in cast steel. The central bar itself was too large to be made as a single
piece, E All the casting was carried out by Skoda Steel.
Each rotation of the London Eye takes about 30 minutes, meaning a capsule travels
slowly, F without the wheel having to stop.
1. which are similar to bicycle spokes
2. which are popular among tourists worldwide
3. allowing numerous passengers to step on and off
4. rising high above the London skyline at 135 metres
5. so instead it was produced in eight smaller sections
6. so one can see around 40 km as far as Windsor Castle
7. that combined the best of British architecture and engineering

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