It's supported by two towers between the first and last station, and took two years to construct. It was built by a Swiss company in the 1960s, and made its first trip up in 1966. The journey takes about fifteen minutes each way, and each tram car has a guide on it who will talk you through what you're seeing--the landscape, the different rocks, the trees.
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| Picture from the Summer Tram Photo Gallery |
There's even a restaurant at the very top, so you can stop and have something to eat and enjoy the gorgeous views.
From the top, you can get to the Sandia Peak ski area as well as hike various trails. The tram is also one of the outlets for the La Luz Trail we discussed on L, and a lot of folks take the tram down after they've hiked all the way up.
At any rate, this is one unique way to see New Mexico!
xoxo Sarah
I was right for T :) It was a fun time; we went in December if I remember correctly (one of the cold months); snow was there on the top. We had hot chocolate at the restaurant :)
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We went up in mid-August, and it was about 20-25 degrees cooler up there. It was nice and refreshing!
DeleteNew Mexico has always been on my wish list of places to visit, now even more so after reading your posts! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteCarol at My Writing Journal
I hope you get a chance to visit this awesome state!
DeleteWhat a great way to get to the top. It sounds like a fun thing to do. The views must be amazing.
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Weekends in Maine
It's a lot of fun and would be great any time of the year. We went in the summer, and I'd happily go again!
DeleteIt looks like a must-do activity for tourists visiting the place.
ReplyDeleteI can imagine the panoramic view from the top!
Writer In Transit
It absolutely is a must-do. The views are spectacular!
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