It looks like this popular fad is on a roll in Asia, which boasts nine of the 10 wheels on this list. U.S. News Travel has made a list of the world's tallest Ferris wheels. But if you're tempted ...

The High Roller is currently the world's tallest Ferris wheel but will be overshadowed by the Ain Dubai, which is temporarily closed but stands at 820 ft (250 m). Opened in 2008 along Marina Bay ...

"The Ferris wheel is expected to be Russia’s tallest. Each car will be styled according to one of the cities along the Golden Ring and will be equipped with audio guides," the city hall said.