The world's first cable car was launched in 1866 in Switzerland to take tourists to a picturesque observation deck. Pohzhe, in the second half of the 20th century, alpine skiing began to develop rapidly, and ropeways began to be built especially actively.
Today's collection contains the most exciting cable cars... Each of them is unique in its kind: in speed, height or length.
10. Cable car Genting in Malaysia
The world's fastest cable car moves at a speed of 6 m / s. Most of the trail runs over virgin jungle, and monkeys can be watched from above in good weather. The fare is low - only $ 3 round trip.
9. Gulmarg cable car in India
This road, launched in the ski resort in 2005, is the highest in the world. The cable car, 5 km long, allows you to climb to a height of 4114 meters. The road has two lines, the fare for both is $ 7.3.
8. Sternensauser cable car in Switzerland
To ride the world's most fearsome cable car, you need to wear a helmet and buckle up securely. Passengers on the road move due to the weight of their own bodies. During the movement, the speed reaches 90 km / h. Experienced tourists claim that the descent of this cable car, stretched 75 m above the ground, provides an adrenaline rush for many months.
7. Tatev ropeway in Armenia
The world's longest cable car carries passengers 5.7 km. The road is laid over the gorge of the Vorotan River. The cabins move at a maximum speed of about 37 km / h. The fare for tourists is about 6 euros, local residents use the road for free.
6. Cable car from Miskhor to Mount Ai-Petri in Crimea
The ascent along this road lasts 15 minutes, during which time tourists have time to see the beauty of the southern coast of Crimea. The peculiarity of the cable car is the longest unsupported span, the length of which is 2 km. The fare on the road is $ 15 in both directions.
5. Grenoble cable car in France
The world's first urban cable car opened in 1934. The cable car takes those who wish to the Bastille fortress, located on an inaccessible alpine slope. The fare is 6.8 euros in both directions.
4. Prague cable car in the Czech Republic
This cable car is the oldest of the existing roads, it was opened 120 years ago. The road leads to the top of Petřín Hill and is part of the city's public transport system. The cost of the trip is 1.2 euros.
3. Complexo do Alemao road in Brazil
This cable car runs over six of Rio's suburbs, saving travelers the hassle of traveling through the notorious favelas to their destination.Locals can use the road twice a day for free; for tourists, travel costs only $ 0.5, which makes the road the cheapest in the world.
2. Cable car from Manhattan to Roosevelt Island in the USA
This cable car is especially loved by Hollywood filmmakers and can be seen in films such as Leon, Spider-Man and Nighthawks. Spacious cabins are supplied with drinking water, blankets and even a toilet. The fare for the cable car is $ 2.25 each way.
1. Cable car in Zhangjiajie National Park in China
The world's steepest cable car climbs at an incredible 70-degree angle. The journey to the top point takes about 40 minutes, and from the difference in altitude, many passengers get ears. The fare for the cable car is $ 7.6 each way.