From the Newsroom Podcast: Going down? The state of Pittsburgh inclines
In this episode we’re talking about a Steel City identity staple, the Pittsburgh inclines.
The Monongahela Incline and its slightly younger sibling, the Duquesne Incline, were built in the 1870s to easily and quickly transport Pittsburghers to their destinations throughout the city.
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Pittsburgh was once home to 15 inclines, or funiculars, at one time, but as time passed the railways were eclipsed by the efficiency of trolley systems and later cars.
Reporter Ryan Deto joins host Zac Gibson to discuss the state of the inclines in Pittsburgh.
This is From the Newsroom.
Zachary Gibson is a Tribune-Review digital producer. You can contact Zachary at zgibson@triblive.com.
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