The Singapore Flyer

The Singapore Flyer, our fancy name for a really big ferris wheel. Wikipedia even mentioned Singapore in their entries!!! Anyway when it is completed, it will briefly hold the record for the largest observation / Ferris wheel. Here are some things that can be found on the official website.

The Singapore Flyer, a giant observation wheel that features brilliant engineering breakthroughs a world apart from the traditional ferris wheel, is set to be Asia's most visible iconic visitor attraction. When completed in March 2008, it will provide breathtaking, panoramic views of Singapore and beyond.

The Singapore Flyer will transform the visual landscape of the surrounding Marina Bay area. In addition to the Singapore Flyer, construction on Asia's largest business and financial centre has commenced and a world-class Integrated Resort (casino) is due to start operations in 2009. The Marina Barrage (a dam built across Singapore’s Marina channel) is also due for completion.

These, with three new uniquely-themed Gardens By the Bay and the Esplanade – Theatres by the Bay, will complete Marina Bay's "necklace of attractions". Marina Bay will thus be well poised to cater to commercial, residential and entertainment developments, in a designer garden city situated by the waterfront.

Seems like Marina area will be a prime residential area too, but it might be too close to the developments for those who prefer to have peace & quiet yet wanting to remain near the center of activity. The next best alternative would be living on Sentosa then. I estimate that a good sized bungalow will cost somewhere in the region of SGD$30 million. Sigh. I have to strike first prize in Toto a few consecutive times before I can accumulate this kind of money. Oh well, when it is completed, anybody want to accompany me up onto the Singapore Flyer?

Last but not least, the price list.

Ja neh!!!