The Duquesne Incline is a funicular that travels up Mt. Washington in Pennsylvania providing one of the most breathtaking skylines in the world. Located near Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood, the funicular was designed by Samuel Diescher in 1877 and measures 400 foot in height and is 800 feet long with an incline of 30-degrees. The historic car has been making the journey up, and down the hill for the past 140 years and at the end of the trip, visitors can enjoy some of the most spectacular views of the surrounding region from viewing spots on the top Mount Washington. Once at the top, head to DeFiores for an ice cream cone while enjoying the scenic views over Grandview Avenue.

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