The ancient cable car system is an icon of the city. This unusual public transport was established as far back as 1873. It is a bit like a funicular. The old tram has long been a popular tourist attraction. In the middle of the 20th century, the actively developing city wanted to abandon this type of transport, which lost its original meaning. However, local residents succeeded in asserting this unusual historical symbol.
Lombard Street is really beautiful and unusual place. The street itself is a small stretch of a highway on the Russian Hill with a length of 400 meters. This street is one of the most winding in the world. Travelers are attracted here by incredibly beautiful flower beds on both sides. The road surface is made of red brick, which makes the street even more unique.
Painted Lady architectural complex lies in the historic district of San Francisco. This is the title of several Victorian villas located next to each other and that managed to survive during the devastating earthquake of 1906. The historical buildings own this name due to the bright color of the facades. Such an exterior was acquired during the reconstruction in 1963.
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