Up on the Gondola

Sunset in Pigeon Forge from the Wheel.  Photo taken by and the property of FourWalls.
@FourWalls (85975)
United States
May 17, 2026 10:50pm CST
Yesterday it was the hill in northern Kentucky. Tonight it was the Wheel on the Island in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Every time I dare get this far off the ground I mention that I have acrophobia, the fear of heights. I had more of a desire to see the sunset from the top of the gondola in the middle of the Island, a tourism hub in Pigeon Forge. As you can see, the view is terrific. And I promise you, if there hadn’t been a sunset I wouldn’t have been up there. I had a lovely drive down, and hey, it’s finally shorts weather!! Have a great evening. I certainly am!
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@DaddyEvil (173837)
• United States
6h
Years ago, when Pretty was a teenager, we went to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, to sight see and had a good time. (I can't remember what we did but do remember we enjoyed ourselves.) Depending on what I'm doing, I can be acrophobic as well as claustrophobic. I can manage heights as long as I'm enclosed in something but if it's too tight, then I get claustrophobic, too. I enjoy the lower heights of a Ferris wheel but don't want to be on top of the wheel if it stops moving. Same with roller coasters. And whatever those bouncy things are called. I only went on those things because Pretty wanted to ride them... I've been wearing jean shorts and tank tops since the middle of April.
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@Jehanne (1518)
6h
I always like being up high. So whatever kind of day it is, I like to experience being inside the Gondola and enjoy watching the beautiful view. You are lucky! and you dare to conquer your fears. Hands up! you've been rewarded by a great view.
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@AmbiePam (119393)
• United States
11m
It certainly is gorgeous.
• Torrington, Connecticut
8m
Love the view
@LindaOHio (221116)
• United States
Just now
What a lovely shot. I would have to pass on the gondola. Too afraid of heights.
@MarieCoyle (58216)
7h
I haven't been in that area in some time, it's always so scenic to see a sunset like that. Pigeon Forge in general can seem so very congested at times, but much of it is worth the trip. I am glad you are having a good time!
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• Philippines
12m
Yes, it's so beautiful, gorgeous, and lovely! Enjoy you travel, God bless.
@LadyDuck (500765)
• Italy
5h
As I read gondola I thought you went to Venice (Italy), it was an aerial gondola. My husband refuses to get on those.
@JudyEv (380079)
• Rockingham, Australia
5h
I'm glad the view was worth the effort. It takes courage to do what you did.
• United States
41m
I'm glad you did.