The Ferris wheel in Rostov "One Sky", in the park of the Revolution

There are attractions, loved by all people, regardless of gender and age. One of them is the Ferris wheel. It is a family-type attraction, which allows you to overcome the fear of heights and admire the beauties of the surrounding countryside down. Most recently, a new Ferris wheel was put into operation in Rostov. What is noteworthy about this attraction and what do the lucky ones who already have time to ride say about it?

The long-awaited discovery

The Revolution Park is one of the largest and most beautiful in Rostov-on-Don. It is no coincidence that this place was chosen for the construction of a new city symbol - a high ferris wheel. The authors of the project wanted to give an attraction to the residents of the city for the May holidays in 2016. However, when assembling the wheel, some difficulties arose. Part of the elements of the attraction had a factory marriage. Replacement of unusable parts was delayed, as a complicated design was made at a specialized plant in Germany.

In spring, residents of the city were announced that the Ferris wheel in Rostov will be launched at the very beginning of the academic year 2016-2017. Rostovans were expecting a pleasant surprise: coming for a walk to the Revolution Park in the last days of August, many found the long-awaited attraction working.

Rostov Ferris wheel in figures and facts

The attraction was given the romantic name "One Sky". The height of the Ferris wheel in Rostov is 65 meters. To date, the attraction is the third highest in all of Russia. The tallest is the Ferris wheel in Sochi (83.5 meters). An honorable second place is occupied by a similar attraction in Moscow (73 meters).

About how the height of the Rostov wheel was chosen, the most real legends go. According to one of them, the main investor was not too lazy to estimate the panorama in the place chosen for construction when viewed from different heights. A personal helicopter was used for these observations. And it is from the mark of 65 meters that the most interesting and picturesque view opens.

The Ferris wheel in Rostov, in the park of the Revolution, was to be inaugurated on September 3, 2016. But the attraction began its work earlier, than pleasantly surprised residents and visitors of the city. A full circle of the Ferris wheel commits in about 15 minutes.

Kabinka is for everyone!

At the same time, 180 people can ride on the "One Sky" attraction. The Ferris wheel is equipped with thirty closed booths. The attraction is intended for observation of panoramic views.

The walls of the cabins from floor to ceiling are made of durable transparent glass, opaque only the floor and ceiling. Those wishing to ride on the attraction will be pleased with soft sofas and comfortable tables. Each cabin is equipped with air conditioning. In the summer, you will not have to suffer because of the stuffiness, and on cool days during skiing you can get warm.

The Ferris wheel in Rostov is intended for all categories of citizens. There are special cabins for people with disabilities.

Interesting offer - VIP-places at the attraction. These are luxury cabins offered for romantic dates and business meetings.

Prices and opening hours

The ticket is purchased for one riding session, equal to the full circle. The cost of the trip depends on the time chosen. On weekdays, you can ride on the Ferris wheel until 12:00 for 150 rubles. Daily rate is valid from 12:00 to 17:00, the cost of tickets for it is 200 rubles. On weekdays after 17:00 and at any time of weekends and holidays the price of a ride on an attraction is 250 rubles. Riding in the cabins of high comfort - 1500 rubles / cubicle, capacity - up to 6 people inclusive.

The new Ferris wheel in Rostov operates daily from 10:00 to 22:00 on weekdays. At the weekend, the attraction closes at 02:00. Tickets are closed 15 minutes before the end of the Ferris wheel.

Terms of use of the attraction

Before buying tickets for the Ferris wheel in Rostov, read the terms of use. In one booth, no more than 6 people can be boarded. Attraction has no age restrictions. Children under 6 years can ride free of charge accompanied by their parents. Persons with disabilities are admitted to the observation wheel with the accompanying person. Children under the age of 12 can ride a ride on a special discount ticket. To receive a discount, you must present the relevant documents.

During skating it is forbidden to walk on the cabin and jump, throw anything on the floor. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the booths. On the attraction is forbidden entry with animals.

Reviews of those who have already visited "One Sky"

Since the construction began, the Ferris wheel in Rostov, in the Revolution Park, has been the subject of conversations and disputes. Many residents of the city were against the construction of such a high construction in the chosen place. The main argument of dissatisfied citizens was the conviction that such a modern attraction would spoil the general view of the city. As soon as the wheel was built, the number of dissatisfied sharply decreased. Lacy profile of the attraction favorably blended into the surrounding urban landscape. In the evening and at night, the wheel frame is highlighted with different colors and looks even more interesting.

And what do those who already had a ride on "One Sky" say? From the upper tiers of the wheel, the spectacular views are opened. Rostov-on-Don is a very beautiful city, and now everyone can look at it from a bird's eye view. All booths are pleased with soft seats and working air conditioners. The only drawback is the big queues for tickets. But this is not surprising, after all, the Ferris wheel on the Theater Square opened recently.

Rostov is a city in which many tourists come. "One Sky" is bound to become one of the key attractions of the city and its real symbol. Especially pleasing is the cost of tickets for the attraction, it is incredibly low not only by the standards of the city. For comparison, in many cities of our country there are also the same tickets for less interesting family carousels.