Today, the 9th of March 2010, marks a special day in London’s history; the decade birthday of the London Eye!
Originally intended to open for the new milleneum on New Year’s Eve 1999, the London Eye (or ‘The Eye’, as it is commonly referred to), was actually properly opened on the 9th of March to the public following a technical blip, and has since spent the last decade at the top of the city raved by critical acclaim.
A half-hour ‘flight’ around the huge 135-metre observation wheel quite simply takes visitors’ breath away; viewing some of London’s most famous landmarks from a fascinating point of view. The ‘Eiffel Tower of London’ offers an incredible view of the busy metropolis below and is situated near Big Ben and parallel to the Thames River.
To celebrate The Eye’s tenth birthday, there will be celebrations taking place throughout the day aswell as an evening event of entertainment starting at 6:30pm. A light show will also be hosted, starting at 7pm, viewable from all over the city, and anyone who books a flight on The Eye at this time will receive a free complimentary glass of Pommery Champagne.
Don’t miss out on this great party (and if you do, you can virtually keep up-to-date on the latest festivities via The Eye’s official website, Twitter and Facebook pages, and a very happy tenth birthday to the London Eye!
