The sale of the Santa Monica Ferris Wheel is bound to make many people recall their times riding the wheel above the pier. Of course, there will soon be a replacement but if you're nostalgic here are a few links that explain how the Ferris Wheel came into being.
The Ferris Wheel is named after its designer George Washington Gale Ferris, who conceived of the wonder of the time for the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. For an account of the project go to The Big Wheel.
If you miss the Santa Monica Ferris Wheel too much to wait for its return you might want to consider a trip to London, the home of the --- British Airways London Eye. The 443-foot tall wheel was the largest in the world, before the 525-foot Nachang Star opened in 2006.
The Star lost its title as world's largest when the 541-foot Singapore Flyer opened to the public in March.
But the Flyer is expected to lose the title at end of 2009 when the 676-foot Great Wheel of Bejing will open.
But if those foreign Wheels aren't enticing then visit Steve Wilson Rides, Towers and More. The site features images of amusement rides around the world.
And if you crave speed and thrills then check out Coaster Buzz, which lets you know about roller coasters and news from amusement parks around the world.
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