Monte San Salvatore funicular

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Monte San Salvatore funicular in Lugano, Switzerland is a picturesque mountain railway that offers a scenic ascent to the summit of Monte San Salvatore. The funicular has been operational since 1890 and serves as a popular tourist attraction, providing breathtaking views of Lake Lugano and the surrounding Swiss Alps. The journey begins in the district of Paradiso and climbs to an altitude of 912 meters, covering a distance of approximately 1.6 kilometers.

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