OREANDA-NEWS  On 24 November was announced, that an observation deck on Ostankino television tower in Moscow may be opened for visitors after the reconstruction in December 2008.

“It is expected to obtain a permit for mass visits from the fire service in the near future,” an official from the federal state unitary enterprise Russian Television and Radio Network said.

According to the official, the premises of Sedmoe Nebo [Seventh Sky] restaurant have been already prepared and negotiations with the investors to manage it are currently held.

The observation deck on Ostankino television tower is located on the highest level in Russia, 348 metres, has a transparent floor that is to foster the illusion of flying through the air.

When visitors get out of the elevators which go up to the observation deck in 42 seconds, they will step on the transparent floor that is to boost the impression of the abyss below. The special handrails are to be put up on the perimeter of the observation deck.