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Funicular

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Mountain TravelPlay
Funiculars are often used in tourist areas for scenic mountain ascents. SlideRemember to capture the scenic beauty when you're on the funicular.
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Specific StructurePlay
A funicular has tracks and is different from a cable car which doesn't run on rails. SlideUnlike the cable car, the funicular had a track which it followed up the hill.
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Not for SpeedPlay
Funiculars are more for overcoming steep inclines, not for fast travel. SlideThe funicular slowly climbed the steep slope, giving us time to enjoy the view.