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Funicular
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a type of railway powered by cables that goes up and down a slope
What is a "funicular"?
A funicular is a type of railway system that uses two cars connected by a cable, which move on tracks that are usually built on steep slopes. One car goes up the hill while the other comes down, using gravity to balance the movement. The cable pulls the cars up and down the slope, making it easier to travel on steep terrain. Funiculars are often used in places with mountains or hills, such as tourist destinations or cities with hilly landscapes, to transport people quickly and efficiently.
Examples
Tourists flocked to ride the historic funicular, which had been operating for over a century, connecting the lower town to the hilltop castle.
As the funicular ascended, passengers marveled at the engineering feat that allowed the railway to climb such steep inclines.
funicular
01
operated by, moved by, or relating to a cable, especially one used to move cars or loads along a slope
Examples
The funicular railway carried tourists up the steep hill.
Engineers inspected the funicular system that powered the mountain tram.
