In Kazan, which is often called the third capital of Russia, there are many attractions for both tourists and local residents. Such a fascinating pastime can be attributed to a small trip in the cabin of the Ferris wheel. Admiring the city and its environs from a great height causes the visitors of this attraction a sense of freedom and unlimited happiness.
Ferris Wheel (Kazan). Amusement park "Klay"
In Kazan, there are two Ferris wheels, each of which is large enough. The first is in the amusement park "Kirlay", where in addition to this attraction you can ride on a children's swing and extreme carousels. To fix the received emotions, a local photo studio will help. In memory of visiting the Klay Park, guests are invited to purchase original souvenirs and children's toys.
Despite its small size (the territory can be circumvented in just 10 minutes by an unhurried step), the amusement park is a great place for children and parents to relax. The Ferris wheel (Kazan), whose working hours on weekdays from 11.00 to 23.00 (as well as the entire park as a whole), is adjacent to several attractions. For example, visitors are invited to tickle their nerves on the "Flying Saucer" or feel a rush of adrenaline in the "Tower of Fall". There are also entertainments for the smallest: Pirate's Boat, face painting workshops, inflatable slides.
Ferris Wheel Feature
Ferris Wheel (Kazan), whose address is: Odnostoronka Grivka Street, Park Klay, is an impressive structure 55 meters high. The entertainment facility only works in the warm season. This is due to the fact that the cabins are unclosed, purged from all sides, respectively, in the winter it will be cold and uncomfortable to be in them.
The Ferris wheel (Kazan) consists of 40 booths, with full filling of which more than two thousand visitors can ride per hour. Many say that at the top you can make a beautiful photo against the backdrop of the Kazan Kremlin. The cost of a circle, the duration of which is 8 minutes, is about 150 rubles.
History of the “Klay” park
The Ferris wheel attraction (Kazan), located in an amusement park near the pond, began in 2004. It was then that the opening of this small entertainment complex for families. True, at that time he was given the name "Shurale", in honor of the character of the poem G. Tukay, a sort of forest miracle, funny and at the same time cunning. In 2009, the park was renamed "Klay".
In the Kirlay park you can visit not only the first Ferris wheel in Kazan, but just take a walk, sit on benches, chat with friends, enjoy cotton candy, and refresh yourself with refreshments. Guests who prefer more hearty meals are invited to eat in cozy cafes located in the same area. In the park "Kirlay" paint festivals are often held, and every year on Children's Day there is an ice cream festival, offering children and parents a variety of tastes of their favorite treats.
New Ferris Wheel (Kazan): address, photo
The second Ferris wheel is located at: Fatykha Amirkhan Street, 1, in the territory of another entertainment complex called "Riviera". Cafes, restaurants, 5D and 3D cinemas, bowling, billiards, a hotel of the same name and, of course, a water park (one of the largest in the world) attract not only local residents, but also guests of Kazan. For those who want to get acquainted with the sights of the capital of Tatarstan, fascinating excursions to historical places are offered.
Riviera provides businessmen with modern conference venues and rooms equipped with modern audio / video equipment. Ample parking, free Wi-Fi, a convenient location in a prestigious area will attract a large number of guests, many of whom will definitely want to ride on the famous Ferris wheel.
This is a great opportunity to have a wonderful time, experience a real surge of emotions and a surge of adrenaline, enjoy the splendor of the surrounding landscape. An incredible view of the Novo-Savinovsky district of the city, as well as the embankment, opens from the highest point. The latter is often decorated for various holidays.
Ferris wheel near the complex "Riviera": characteristics
Ferris wheel (Kazan) is one of the highest in Russia. For example, it is included in the list of the three most impressive structures of this kind. The first positions were given to the observation wheels of Sochi and Moscow. An interesting fact is that this entertainment facility has squeezed its "colleague" - an attraction located in the "Klay" park. Previously, it was he who occupied an honorable third place in the ranking.
The Ferris wheel (Kazan), whose height is 65 meters, is located in the Novo-Savinovsky district. All cabins are glazed, equipped with air heating and air conditioning. The year-round opportunity to see the city from a bird's eye attracts an increasing number of visitors to the Ferris wheel (Kazan). Hours, time of year - all conditions for guests all year round!
Of the additional services for a low fee, you can rent a selfie stick, binoculars, a set for a photo.
Ferris wheel interior and exterior design
The attraction, which is located on the territory of the Riviera complex, received the poetic name “Around the World”. What is the reason for this? With the interior design of the booths. Each of them can fit six people. Thus, more than two hundred people will be able to see Kazan from a 65-meter height at the same time! The duration of one revolution is 18 minutes.
The cabin itself is decorated in the style of the city that is proposed to be visited (Paris, Rome, London and others). It is noteworthy that among 36 cabins not only foreign megacities are represented, but also several Russian ones: Kazan, Moscow, St. Petersburg, Bolgar and Sviyazhsk.
Price policy
Prices for visiting this kind of attraction are quite flexible. It is noteworthy that they depend on the time when it is planned to ride the Ferris wheel. On average, the cost varies from 100 to 300 rubles.
The cheapest way is to visit the Ferris wheel on the territory of the Kazan Riviera in the daytime from Monday to Friday. The day is considered to be until 18.00 hours. Children's ticket will cost only 100 rubles. An adult will be more expensive - 200 rubles. Children under 4 years old can ride for free, but only accompanied by adults.
On weekends and holidays, as well as in the evening, visiting the attraction will cost 300 rubles for an adult and 200 rubles per child. You can also rent a cabin in two circles. The cost of this service is 2000 rubles.