Great Orme Tramway: The Cable Car of Wales
cable-car-guy.comThis specialist transport feature explains the Great Orme Tramway in Llandudno and how its street-running cable system operates.
Overview
This specialist transport feature explains the Great Orme Tramway in Llandudno and how its street-running cable system operates. It describes the route as two cable tramways, compares it with systems in San Francisco and Lisbon, and outlines the grip and braking mechanism driven by an underground cable. Historical and technical commentary accompanies photographs of the cars, track and stations.
Why visit this site?
Visit this site for information about Great Orme Tramway: The Cable Car of Wales and the visitor attractions resources described in the overview.
UK relevance
Current directory placement records this site under Conwy County Borough, Wales.