Soaring to an exciting height of 60m, “Eye on Malaysia ” is set to take you to another level of experiencing the Unique Malaysian Experience. In an effort to celebrate the 50th year Jubilee of Malaysia, The Eye on Malaysia is one of the 50 major tourist attractions that were introduced by the Ministry of Tourism to woo tourists as an integral part of Visit Malaysia 2007. Similar to the well-known “London Eye” that gives you spectacular view on London , Eye on Malaysia on the other hand, will give you the ultimate experience of enjoying the spectacular 20 km view of Kuala Lumpur . The magnificent view of the Petronas Twin Tower and KL Tower will certainly be impressive, imprinting a memory that will be unforgettable.
Eye on Malaysia , originally installed in Paris , is the largest portable wheel in the world and the first overhanging a lake. The 60m Ferris wheel, built on the beautiful tropical lake Titiwangsa , was erected in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2007, as it will be the nation's biggest tourism event showcasing Malaysia as the ideal holiday destination for an estimated 20.1 million tourists.
Eye on Malaysia is not only a big hit to the tourists, but also to the locals. The brilliant viewing wheel consists of 42 fully air-conditioned gondolas, 39 of which have the capacity to carry eight passengers comfortably per 12-minute ride. Compared to the infamous London Eye, Eye on Malaysia 's journey takes half the time to complete a loop. An exclusive VIP gondola is also outfitted, fashioned with posh leather seats, a mini fridge, a DVD player, a plasma TV and a mobile telephone. Two gondolas as well are specially designed with built in unique features that make it friendly to wheelchair-bound and handicapped visitors. Ticket prices are quite affordable and cost only RM15 for adult, and RM 8 for children.
For Altophobic's (fear of heights), have no worries as Lake Titiwangsa offers you not only Eye on Malaysia , but also spectacular performances and shows. Be prepared to be enthralled with spectacular performances including the Theatre of Water, the Dance of Lasers and The Wet & Wild Ski Show
The Theatre of Water is one of the performances that you should take note of. Each of the four screens of water is a massive 40 metres wide and 15 metres high, screening you with visually stunning living tapestry around Lake Titiwangsa 's shoreline. Theatre of Water presents to you the magnificent water screening of the people, places and achievements of Malaysia that is artistically enhanced with colour laser beams and high-lux projectors. Theatre of The Waters screens each night throughout the year.
Every night, eight powerful lasers brighten up the night skies of Kuala Lumpur and across the surface of Lake Titiwangsa in a colourful display of alluring high-tech artistry with inexhaustible palette and tempo, images and light. It is combined with water screen illusions and pyrotechnic spectacles that will leave you in awe. This spectacular show runs each night at 9pm throughout the year staring February 3rd onwards.
The Wet and Wild ski show is something not to be missed. This show presents to you nerve-wrecking formation sequences together with amazing close proximity fireworks. This spectacle will keep your adrenaline pumping. It is carved with crazy patterns from the wake of high-speed jet boats, wave riders and international champion water skiers. This spectacular show runs every Wednesday to Sunday from 9pm ; final show April 7.
With so much activities and thrilling things to see, Eye On Malaysia at Titiwangsa Lake (Tasik Titiwangsa) is sure to attract a massive crowd consisting of tourists and locals. Do keep in mind that it is packed over the weekend so it might be advisable to visit during a weekday.