Flyin' High on the London Eye

My ticket said my time slot began at 7 p.m.

I was inside one of these bad boys. 

I squinted up at the giant Ferris wheel in front of me. I had walked by it many times before; I was no stranger to the Wesminster area, but this would be the first time I would enter one of the pill-shaped capsules and be lifted high above the city. 

The line wasn't too long, and because I had no companions on this little endeavor, I was herded into my little pod rather quickly, along with a few other tourist groups from all over the world.

My program had given me a half-off deal, and I don't regret taking it. Because it was already dark out, I saw London sparkling by night.

And the view didn't disappoint.

Over by the City of London, where all the business happens. 

I see you, Big Ben! 

A closer angle. 

The rigging. 

London. 

Is. 

Forever.

Going.

To. 

Feel. 

Like. 

Home. 

Up top. 

Toward MI6, Mr. Bond's place of employment. 

Above Westminster. 

Within the Eye. 

The Shard stands tall on the London skyline. 

The park below. 

A different kind of view. 

The price is a little high, much like the views, but I would still take a spin on the Eye if you're in the area. I even was able to spot where the archbishop of Canterbury lives! You never know what you're going to discover from a different kind of view. 

*Fun Fact: The London Eye is now sponsored by Coke, so it's current official name is "The Coca-Cola London Eye, with the logo now being emblazoned on all the Eye's merchandise.