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	Hong Kong Local Travel - Victoria Peak Tram - Southeast Asia
		The Victoria Peak Tram is in operation seven days a week, including holidays.
		The view from the Victoria Peak Tram is spectacular.
		The Victoria Peak Tram ends at the Peak Tower which stands 396 meters high.
	www.bellaonline.com /articles/art29556.asp (290 words)

	History & Technology (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The Tram, as it is affectionately known, has taken more than 8.5 million passengers to the top of Sandia Peak and back again, and celebrates its 41st anniversary in May. Located on the eastern edge of Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city, the Tram is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Central New Mexico.
		Tram riders may see an eagle or a mule deer or perhaps a fl bear as they look out the windows of the cable car into the deep canyons.
		To the north and west, Redondo Peak stands tall in the Jemez Mountains, rising from a caldera known as the Valle Grande, a volcanic crater reported to be the largest in the world.
	www.sandiapeak.com /index.php?page=history-technology (1105 words)

	Peak Tram
		The Peak Tram, Hong Kong's famous funicular railway began operation in May 1888 and has served Hong Kong successfully for well over a century.
		Originally, The Peak Tram was operated by coal fired steam boilers.
		The Peak Tram is much more than a vital transport link, a landmark and must for tourists.
	www.starferry.com /PeakTram.htm (682 words)

	Peak Tram information - Search.com
		The Peak Tram runs from the Central business district to Victoria Peak, and it has four request stops in between to serve local residents.
		The Peak Tram first opened for public service in 1888, at which time it used a static steam engine to power the haulage cable.
		The rail gauge the Peak Tram is using is 1520 mm.
	www.search.com /reference/Peak_Tram (449 words)

	Hong Kong Peak Tram
		Hong Kong Island > The Peak > Peak Tram
		The Peak Tram tickets are either one-way or return which is more economical.
		Once you are onboard The Peak Tram, take a seat on the right hand side which has the better view.
	hong-kong-travel.org /PeakTram.asp (270 words)

	The Dispatch - Serving the Lexington, NC - News
		The Peak Tramway () is a funicular railway in Hong Kong, which carries both tourists and residents to the upper levels of Hong Kong Island.
		The Peak Tram runs from St. John's Building in Central to Victoria Peak via the Mid-Levels, with four request stops in between to serve local residents.
		The Peak Tram first opened for public service in 1888, at which time it used a static steam engine to power the haulage cable.
	www.the-dispatch.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=NEWS&template=wiki&text=Peak_Tram (455 words)

	Peak Tram - China-related Topics PE-PH - China-Related Topics
		The Peak Tramway is a funicular railway in Hong Kong.
		The Peak Tram's route is from the Central, Hong KongCentral business district to Victoria Peak, and it has four request stops in between to serve local residents.
		The rail gauge the Peak Tram is using is 1520 mm.
	www.famouschinese.com /virtual/Peak_Tram (381 words)

	Peak Tram
		The Peak Tram's route is from Central to Victoria Peak, and it has three stops in between to serve local residents.
		The lower terminus station is located in Central, on Garden Rd. The original building was rebuilt into St. John's building, with the tram terminus at the ground level.
		The Peak Tram is quick and safe since the tram is computer-controlled with an automatic system check on all safety devices before its journey begins.
	www.xasa.com /wiki/en/wikipedia/p/pe/peak_tram.html (299 words)

	Victoria Peak in Hong Kong
		Victoria Peak, imposingly towering in the west of Hong Kong Island, is the highest peak in this island and the most enduring tourist attraction in Hong Kong, featuring the city's oldest mode of transport, the 112-year old Peak Tram and Hong Kong's most unusual building and icon, Peak Tower.
		In the early period of colonial rule, Victoria Peak was open to the people of upper strata of society only and normal people were forbidden to visit the peak unless getting a special permission from the governor of Hong Kong.
		Ascending the peak enables you to experience the dazzling panorama of Hong Kong Island, the harbor, Kowloon and the hills beyond.
	www.warriortours.com /river/peak.htm (545 words)

	A Ride On The Peak Tram, Hong Kong: ThingsAsian
		The Peak Tram, Hong Kong's only funicular railway system started operations in 1888.In its 114 year history, it has seen many developments including the change from the early coal-powered system to a modern computerized system.
		The Peak Tram station is located at Garden Road, bordering Hong Kong Park and is easily accessible by a short walk from Admiralty MTR station and Pacific Place.
		The interior of the Tram is furnished in wood with gleaming brass finishes.
	www.thingsasian.com /stories-photos/2584 (750 words)

	Inexpensive and discounted hotel rooms, reservations and bookings in Taiwan
		It is pulled up the side of Victoria Peak which is almost universally known by locals and travelers alike as The Peak.
		For instance, between 1908 and 1949, the first two seats on the Peak Tram were reserved for the use of the Governor of Hong Kong.
		As we rose slowly up the side of the Peak I could see the rocky cliff face on one side whereas on the outward side I could see the amazing panorama that is Hong Kong unfold.
	www.hotelsasian.com /the-peak-hong-kong.html (707 words)

	Hong Kong - Tourist Attractions - The Peak \| Synotrip.com
		The tram is a historic funicular railway operating since 1888.
		The tram ascends 373 meters from the Lower Peak Tram Terminus in Central to The Peak.
		Measuring 1365 meters, the tram is the shortest, yet most beautiful route to The Peak.
	www.synotrip.com /Hong-Kong/Tourist-Attractions/The-Peak-228.shtml (553 words)

	White Sands Missile Range
		San Andres Peak is 8,236 feet high and is in the middle of the San Andres Mountains to the west of Lake Lucero.
		The tram was 7,200 feet long and ascended 2,200 vertical feet from its terminal on the west side of San Andres Peak to a point just below the top.
		All the equipment was removed but the tram stood until the mid 1980s when the towers were knocked down.
	www.wsmr.army.mil /pao/WhatsUp/wu39.htm (513 words)

	Blogging... Walk The Talk: Wanchai's Peak Tram
		Moreover a tram is obviously the only feasible means of approach enabling those of moderate means to reside in the Mount Cameron District and is also indispensable for the transport of provisions and other necessaries.
		I believe that the reason this tramway was never built was due to lack of funds, with the economic depression and the strikes of 1922 and 1925 with its unrest causing the Colonial Government to cancel nonessential projects such as this.
		Even though the roads such as Stubbs Road and Peak Road were more difficult to build and more expensive, the Government ultimately opted for the option that would serve a wider variety of purposes (including access to the Peak) and not to build many more houses in the Mount Cameron area.
	www.blogthetalk.com /2006/04/wanchais-peak-tram.html (543 words)

	Epinions.com - The Tram to Sandia Peak: It's For the View!
		Tickets for the tram are purchased at the base station and are generally for a specified departure time.
		The tram's Peak complex includes a series of buildings housing the restaurant, gift shop and nature center, all linked by railed platforms and walkways that take full advantage of the panoramic views.
		While on the tram car itself, the key challenges faced by photographers are (1) making sure they position themselves next to one of the car's large windows and (2) doing their best to compensate for the sun's glare through those windows.
	www.epinions.com /content_3038879876 (649 words)

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		The Peak is Hong Kong's number one tourist destination, playing host to more than 6 million visitors each year.
		Besides, shopping in the Peak Tower and Peak Galleria, visitors can take a leisurely stroll along one of the nature trails starting from The Peak Tower and relax among the lush green vegetation while enjoying a 360-degree view of Hong Kong.
		The Peak Tower is undergoing a substantial revitalization which is scheduled to be completed in second quarter 2006.
	library.thinkquest.org /05aug/01751/thepeak.html (208 words)

	Peak Tram - Hong Kong Transportation - VirtualTourist.com
		Although usually crambed with people, the tram which goes up and down the main drag in HK is a cheap and effective way to get from one end of HK island shopping centre to the other.
		Tram Costs 20 HKD for one way, and 30 HKD return which is the most expensive transport in Hong Kong.
		The Peak Tram is not only fun but efficient way to get to the to of the Peak.
	www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Asia/Hong_Kong/Transportation-Hong_Kong-Peak_Tram-BR-2.html (760 words)

	ABQjournal's @VENUE: Day Trips
		The Tram was manufactured in Switzerland by Bell Engineering between 1964 and 1966 for $2 million.
		I was actually in the Tram once during an electrical storm.
		The Tram is the world's largest, travelling 2.7 miles over cliffs and valleys.
	www.abqjournal.com /venue/day/tram.htm (617 words)

	Hong Kong - Victoria Peak
		The Peak is a great place for walks, with its forests of bamboo and fern, lilliputian Chinese pines, hibiscus, and vines of phenomenal beauty.
		Redeveloped in 1997, Peak Tower is a tourist attraction that features the Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum and a ride through a dark tunnel called Rise of The Dragon.
		While descending from The Peak, it is worthwhile to stop at Barker Road and enjoy some of the finer views and footpaths through The Peak's mountainous forests.
	www.marimari.com /content/hong_kong/popular_places/hongkong_islands/the_peak/main.html (504 words)

	Big Sky, Montana
		Lone Peak is about 2,000 feet higher than any nearby mountain and thus provides stunning views from the top, well worth the brief walk from the tram station for pictures.
		Lone Peak will always be closed during storms for exposure and visibility, but is otherwise not as windy as one would expect for an isolated peak.
		Directly under the tram is Big Couloir, a dogleg chute of 40+ degrees for over 1,000 vertical, skiable only with patrol checkout, a partner and rescue equipment.
	webpages.charter.net /tcrocker818/bskyguid.htm (1194 words)

	American Fork Twin Peaks
		The Highest peak in Salt Lake County, Third in the Wasatch.
		There are two ways up American Fork Twin Peaks, the easiest is through Gad Valley, up to the Gad Valley II Chairlift, along the Red Top Ridge, and to the West Peak.
		The hard way is up to the Hidden Peak Tram, traverse the knife edge and then up to the East Peak, you can also hike down the dirt road parallel to the knife edge and then scramble up the talus.
	utahfilmbank.com /AmericanForkTwinPeaks.html (597 words)

	Victoria Peak: Hong Kong Travel, Hong Kong Tours
		With a height of 554 meters (1,818 feet) above sea level, Victoria Peak is the highest peak in the area and a famous attraction of Hong Kong.
		A modern seven-story Peak Tower was built on Victoria Peak in May of 1997, taking the place of the old one.
		Peak Tower is an essential part of any Hong Kong visit any time of day in any weather.
	www.warriortours.com /cityguides/hongkong/victoria.htm (267 words)

	Hong Kong - Your Destination
		In the early period of colonial rule the Victoria Peak was open to the people of upper strata of society only.
		Besides the Peak Tram, we have also tried to travel the bus to go on to the Peak.
		Upon the Peak, you can enjoy the spectacular view of the Victoria Harbour, especially at the nighttime, when all the buildings are “on light”.
	cyberfair.fixip.net /sight_peak.htm (814 words)

	Big Sky Ski Resort - Skiing Lone Peak
		The Lone Peak triple takes you up to the top of “The Bowl”, which is where some of the finest downhill skiing at Big Sky is located (and is discussed later).
		Each tram car (and there are only two of them – one on each end of the cable) has a capacity of 15 people, in theory.
		The ride time from the bottom tram station to the summit tram station takes only 3 minutes, although after you allow for loading and unloading, it takes closer to 6 or 7.
	www.bigskyfishing.com /Montana-Info/skiing-big-sky-3.shtm (1244 words)

	Missoulian - Lofty feat: Lone Peak Tram at Big Sky Resort celebrates 10 years of operation
		The tram, which opened to the public Dec. 23, 1995, is celebrating 10 years in operation.
		During its first year of operation, the Lone Peak Tram stood at the pinnacle of the U.S. ski industry, opening 11,166-foot high Lone Mountain to skiers and snowboarders without a hike.
		No slouch, the Tram is the fastest lift on the mountain, moving its cars 6 meters per second up the 1,450-foot vertical climb.
	www.missoulian.com /articles/2006/02/15/outdoors/out_01.txt (1249 words)

	PEAK TRAM - HONG KONG'S TRAMWAY TO THE STARS - PearlSoup.com
		Victoria Peak is the highest point on Hong Kong island and so much cooler in summer than the heat and humidity of sea level.
		Each of the two trams that service the line are around four times the size of their San Francisco counterparts.
		The two trams act as counterweights to each other, with a long cable attached to each and in turn, wound around a rotating drum.
	www.pearlsoup.com /index.cfm?fuseaction=pearls.view&pearlID=5981 (362 words)

	How to go to the Peak
		A: 1) bus -> Peak Tram terminus -> Peak Tram -> the Peak
		The Peak Tram was first introduced in 1888.
		It was built for the daily commuters rather than a tourist attraction though nowadays majority of the passengers are tourists.
	www.hk-victoria-peak.com /Getting-there.html (162 words)

	The Peak Tram : clipclip (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The Peak Tram, Hong Kong's famous funicular railway is the city's most popular tourist attraction.
		The Peak Tram runs every day, including Sundays and public holidays, between 7:00 am and 12:00 midnight.
		For information on Peak Tram fares and operating hours, please click on the Fares and Hours section.
	www.clipclip.org /chao/clips/detail/174 (128 words)

	Getting Around : Hong Kong
		Trams Trams shake, rattle and roll along an east-west path across north Hong Kong Island and follow the same tracks they have travelled since 1904.
		Peak Tram Victoria Peak offers the most amazing vistas of Hong Kong.
		A quick and dramatic way to Hong Kong Island's highest point, the historic funicular Peak Tram is simply not to be missed.
	www.hotelhongkong.com /getting_around.cfm (1081 words)

	Pongü's Hongkong Travel and Hotel Guide - Peak Tram
		The Peak Tram was established in 1888, is Hong Kong's oldest form of public transport and one of Hong Kong's absolute must-dos.
		Once the tram starts to creep up or down the hill like a caterpillar, you will feel the track getting steeper and steeper (and the wooden seat getting more and more uncomfortable), and perhaps breathe a sigh of relief when the tram reaches some kind of plateau after the steepest part.
		A single journey with the Peak Tram costs HK$ 20, a return ticket HK$ 30 (change is given, Octopus Card applicable).
	www.pmgeiser.ch /hongkong/index.php?id=PeakTramway (266 words)

	KOBTV.com - Sandia Peak Tram turns 40 (Site not responding. Last check: )
		One of the most unique attractions Albuquerque has to offer is turning 40 years old this year with no sign of slowing down.
		It was in 1966 that Ben Abruzzo and Bob Norhaus cut the ribbon on the brand new Sandia Peak Tramway.
		It had taken engineers and a tram expert from Europe two years to build the 2.7mile line.
	www.kobtv.com /index.cfm?viewer=storyviewer&id=25891&cat=ABQMETRO (165 words)

	Tramway
		The Sandia Peak Tramway is open daily from 9 am to 8 pm except Tuesdays open 5 pm to 8 pm
		At sunset the desert skies produce a spectacular array of color, and your vantage point from the observation deck atop 10,378 foot Sandia Peak in the Cibola National Forest affords an 11,000 square-mile panoramic view of the Rio Grande Valley and the Land of Enchantment.
		At sunset the desert skies produce a spectacular array of color form the observation deck atop 10,378 foot Sandia Peak in the Cibola National Forest an 11,000 square-mile panoramic view of the “Land of Enchantment”.
	www.sandiapeak.com (264 words)

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