Staten Island Ferris wheel will overtake Las Vegas’ new giant
Desert resort's 'largest' title will be short-lived
LAS VEGAS — The madcap carnival on the Las Vegas Strip is getting another over-the-top addition: the world’s largest Ferris wheel.
But the desert resort won’t hold that distinction for long. It will likely have to surrender its tallest in the world title when a monster 625-foot wheel opens on Staten Island’s waterfront.
The outer wheel of the 55-story High Roller ride is scheduled to be hoisted into place Monday. The gargantuan project is now visible from all over the city, including the airport. Early next year, it will be outfitted with 1,500 LED lights, and start its slow spin.