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Exploring cuisine and culture in Pittsburgh
Dec 9, 2009The Duquesne Incline is an interesting introduction to Pittsburgh. I scaled the wooded slopes of Mt. Washington in a restored cable car used by commuters in this city since 1877.
And when I got to the top I had a panoramic view of the Steel City. The soot and the pollution of this former city are long gone, but the history of the area is depicted at the top of the Incline. Steel mills have been replaced by hi-tech industries, but the Duquesne Incline continues to operate with its wooden wheels and is a top tourist attraction for families.
There are many ways to see the city. You can board the Gateway Clipper Fleet, for dining or sightseeing cruises that capture the spirit of the city of three rivers, the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio. Or take the Just Ducky Tours for a land and water tour aboard the historic Discovery vessel or take the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. The more adventurous might want to hop on a Segway and visit the city led by a trained Segway guide.
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