The world-famous Coney Island has had its ups and downs, but its gritty charm endures as this gallery of images shows.
- The Eye of the StormScreeching into the Coney Island station on the New York City subway, the Cyclone comes into view.
- Neon FlashbackThe Cyclone's riders line up along Surf Avenue under its glorious neon sign.
- Get Yer TicketsAfter paying the cashier in the old booth for a ticket, Cyclone passengers snake under the track.
- Euphoric AirtimeThe Cyclone features 12 drops and loads of euphoric airtime.
- The Definitive CoasterThe Cyclone includes 18 track crossovers.
- Joy and TerrorThe ride varies according to the seat position and other factors such as the time of day.
- To and FroTurns send the passengers on one side of the train slamming into their seatmates.
- Wonders and ThrillsDeno's Wonder Wheel Park, home of the landmark Ferris wheel, is located next to Astroland.
- It's a WonderThe Wonder Wheel was built in 1920. It is 150 feet tall and can accommodate 144 passengers.
- SwingersThe Wonder Wheel includes 16 cars that move along tracks and swing and sway as the wheel rotates.
- A Wonder-ful ViewA point-of-view vantage aboard the Wonder Wheel.
- More WondersIn addition to the famous Wonder Wheel, Deno's offers an array of other rides and games.
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