The relocation of Sharjah’s iconic landmark, the Eye of the Emirates, is set to reopen soon in its new location.
Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has confirmed that the Eye of the Emirates has been transferred to its new home in the heart of Al Montazah Parks, where it will offer visitors even more spectacular bird’s eye views across the landscape. It will begin its operations later this year.
The emirate’s most recognizable landmark will reopen to the public when Al Montazah Parks, Sharjah’s premiere amusement and water park is fully completed. One attraction at the said park, Pearls Kingdom, already welcomed its visitors on the first day of Eid Al Fitr.
The move from Al Qasba, home to the wheel for 13 years, will provide a stunning vista of the city’s major attractions and famous markets, such as the Central Souq, Al Jubail Souq, Al Majaz Waterfront, Khalid Lagoon, The Flag Island, Al Noor Island and Al Noor Mosque.
The Eye of the Emirates, which was inaugurated in 2005, measures 60 meters in height and carries 42 cabins.
In celebration of the Year of Zayed, the symbol of the late founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan is placed at the center of the Ferris wheel.
