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Los Angeles' Astonishing Attraction: Want to Take a Ride? The World's Shortest and Steepest Railway!

The kiss between the protagonists in the movie 'La La Land' at Angels Flight Railway has made it a super popular spot! When you visit Los Angeles, don't forget to ride the world's shortest funicular railway. The track is only 99 meters long and can take you up to the Contemporary Art Museum or down to the Central Market for a stroll. Angels Flight Railway, located in downtown Bunker Hill, Los Angeles, California, is a famous local landmark. The railway is 99 meters long with a slope of about 33 degrees. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the world's shortest funicular railway. Built in 1901, this railway and its small train have appeared in countless movies and have a history of over a hundred years. It shone once again in the Oscar-winning film 'La La Land'. Connecting Hill Street and Olive Street, Angels Flight Railway is the shortest railway in the world, with a total length of only 298 feet, and the journey takes just 50 seconds.
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Posted: Sep 10, 2024
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