Though only a couple years old, the Capital Wheel at the National Harbor has quickly become one of the most recognizable Maryland landmarks.

At 180 feet tall, it holds 42 climate-controlled gondolas.
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From the top of the wheel on a beautiful clear day, you can spot views of the U.S. Capital, Washington Monument, Prince George's County, and Alexandria, VA.
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It's a spectacular sight on the Potomac that is stunning both day or night.
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The following video by EarthCam captures the three month construction of the Capital Wheel in just one-and-a-half minutes. If you’ve ever wondered how a ferris wheel is built, take a look at this interesting and magnificent video.

The Capital Wheel is located at 116 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745. Website here.

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