Social media was buzzing with rumors as images of the iconic London Eye being dismantled circulated widely on Facebook. The misleading posts sparked a flurry of speculation, with many believing that the famous tourist attraction was being relocated to Scotland. However, a closer look reveals that these claims are far from the truth.

The misinformation began when Facebook user Paul Gilchrist shared images of the London Eye being taken apart, accompanied by a caption suggesting its return to Scotland, specifically Loch Lomond where it was supposedly originally intended to be located. Gilchrist further claimed that the London Eye would be renamed the Loch Lomond Aye and transported back to Scotland by the end of the month, citing a supposed lease expiration.

Despite the post gaining significant traction, accumulating over 18,000 shares and more than 8,000 comments, it is entirely unfounded. The images shared by Gilchrist date back to the London Eye's construction in 1999 and can be found on stock photo websites like Alamy. Additionally, other images shared in the post have been previously documented on the BBC's official website.

Further scrutiny reveals that Gilchrist's post was shared on the Travel Scotland Goals Group Facebook group, known for its tendency to propagate misleading information. The group itself has acknowledged that "some places may not be 100% accurate," casting doubt on the credibility of Gilchrist's claims.

In reality, the London Eye remains a prominent fixture on the London skyline and shows no signs of being dismantled or relocated. The rumors circulating on social media are simply the result of misinformation and should not be taken seriously.