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In 1888, a German city built a railway that climbs without an onboard engine: 1,849 gallons of water weigh one car down enough to pull the other 272 feet uphill- In 1899, a Swiss city built a railway powered by wastewater; wastewater makes one car heavy enough to pull the other uphill without using a motor
- Pittsburgh’s Monongahela Incline has carried riders up Mount Washington since 1870 and still operates as part of the city’s regular transit network
- In 1885, Folkestone built a cliff railway powered by water and gravity; it carried 36.4 million passengers before closing after 132 yearsDiscover the remarkable Leas Lift in Folkestone, Kent, a historic water-powered funicular railway built in 1885. Using gravity and water in...23 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- In 1892, Britain built a cliff railway through Bridgnorth’s sandstone escarpment; the short line still moves people between the town’s upper and lower halvesBridgnorth, England, is home to a remarkable historic cliff railway designed to bridge the divide in town access. Established in 1892, this...22 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- In 1885, Lisbon built a cable railway up one of its steepest streets; the Glória line later became a national monument and carried about 3 million passengers annuallyIn a tragic incident, a cable car crash in Lisbon claimed the lives of sixteen individuals due to a failure in a newly installed cable. Inv...22 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- In 1890, engineers connected two English towns separated by a cliff; the water-powered railway still carries passengers more than 135 years laterThe Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, a marvel of engineering since 1890, ingeniously employs gravity and river water to transport two car...22 Sep, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
- In 1882, Portugal built a water-powered lift up the Bom Jesus hillside; the unusual system still climbs the slope using gravity instead of motorsThe Elevador do Bom Jesus in Portugal showcases enduring ingenuity, operating on the remarkable principle of water power since its inceptio...21 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- In 1900, Paris built a railway up Montmartre Hill so visitors could avoid the climb; the tiny funicular carried 3.6 million passengers in 2025Since its launch in 1900, Montmartre's funicular railway has offered a quick ascent to one of Paris's most enchanting neighborhoods. Transi...21 Sep, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
- In 1901, Los Angeles opened Angels Flight up a 33% Bunker Hill slope; by 1952, the short railway was credited with more than 100 million passengersFor over 120 years, Angels Flight has delighted visitors as a historic funicular railway in Los Angeles. Constructed by Colonel J.W. Eddy, ...21 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- Best European nation for summer travel revealed. And no, it's not France or ItalyCroatia is emerging as a top summer travel destination for Indian tourists, according to Travel + Leisure. A panel of seven global travel e...13 Jul, 2025, 06.06 PM IST
- Your complete itinerary: 36 hours in Santiago, ChileSantiago, Chile's capital, offers a vibrant city experience with music, art, and nightlife against the backdrop of the Andes. Visitors can ...30 Sep, 2023, 12.18 PM IST
- Lure of Lisbon: From its salty Atlantic setting to Moorish gatewaysThe city’s streets dumbstruck, marvelling at just how lovely it is; serviced by an efficient and inexpensive public transport system.31 Jul, 2016, 07.28 AM IST
- Croatia's capital Zagreb: The city with a million heartsTraditional licitar hearts, Baroque buildings, spectacular museums and ancient churches — Croatia’s capital Zagreb throbs to different beat...26 Oct, 2014, 04.51 AM IST
- ET Wealth: Some essentials to keep in mind while planning a trip to NorwayGiven Norway’s sheer size, there is no way you can see the best of the country even in a week. So, if you are strapped for time, zero in on...22 Jul, 2013, 08.00 AM IST
- Travelog!Virgin Galactic, a space travel company launched in India on October 16 with the promise of space tourism by 2008.18 Oct, 2007, 12.00 AM IST
- Hungarian rhapsodyBudapest is a fascinating mix of architecture, culture and cuisine, with the Danube providing a serene, stately thread of connectivity.26 Oct, 2006, 12.08 AM IST
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