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http://www.traveldailynews.com/pages/show_page/16603 printed on Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Malaysia creates attractions for Visit Malaysia Year 2007
The Eye on Malaysia, the largest portable ‘observation wheel’ in the world, was unveiled by the Hon. Prime Minister of Malaysia in conjunction with the grand launch of the Visit Malaysia Year 2007 celebration. This giant ferris wheel allows visitors to experience a 360-degree panoramic view of Kuala Lumpur during a 12-minute ride that goes 60 metres high.

Similar in concept and style to the famous London Eye, the specially commissioned Eye on Malaysia is expected to be a hit among locals and tourists. There are a total of 42 gondolas comprising 39 units for the public, one for VIPs and two for disabled passengers. Each of the gondola can carry eight persons.

The Swiss technology used to make the giant wheel is the result of a strategic partnership between a Malaysian company, MST AD Suria Sdn Bhd, and an Australian enterprise. Michael Verikios - Tuesday, January 09, 2007