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Wellington (/ˈwɛlɪŋtən/) is the capital city and second most populous urban area of New Zealand, with 398,300 residents. It is located at the south-western tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It is the major population centre of the southern North Island, and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region, which also includes the Kapiti Coast and Wairarapa. Wellington is the world's southernmost capital city of a sovereign state.
The Wellington urban area comprises four cities: Wellington city, on the peninsula between Cook Strait and Wellington Harbour, contains the central business district and about half the population; Porirua on Porirua Harbour to the north is notable for its large Māori and Pacific Island communities; Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt are largely suburban areas to the northeast, together known as the Hutt Valley.
The 2014 Mercer Quality of Living Survey ranked Wellington 12th in the world. In 2011 Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2011 named Wellington as fourth in its Top 10 Cities to Visit in 2011, referring to it as the "coolest little capital in the world".
A cable car is any of a variety of transportation systems relying on cables to pull vehicles along or lower them at a steady rate. The terminology also refers to the vehicles on these systems. The cable car vehicles are motor-less and engine-less and they are pulled by a cable that is rotated by a motor off-board.
Cable car transport systems are a viable transportation system for various situations. Cable-Propelled Transit (CPT or cable for short) can be effective as a mass transit system at a reasonable cost.
They are advantageous for transit of mountains, valleys, steep slopes and bodies of water. Constructing roads in mountainous terrain requires substantial funding and can significantly affect the environment."The minimally invasive design enables ropeways to blend in almost imperceptibly with their surrounding- without harm to the visual impression of the tourist destination".
In an aerial transit system, cabins (also called carriers, vehicles, cable cars or simply cars) are suspended and propelled from above by cables. The cable that supports the cabin may or may not be the one that propels it too. This depends on the technology used. It is a two way transport.
Coordinates: 41°17′07.25″S 174°46′04.17″E / 41.2853472°S 174.7678250°E / -41.2853472; 174.7678250
The Wellington Cable Car is a funicular railway in Wellington, New Zealand between Lambton Quay, the main shopping street, and Kelburn, a suburb in the hills overlooking the central city, rising 120 m (394 ft) over a length of 612 m (2,008 ft). It is widely recognised as a symbol of Wellington.
The line consists of 628 metres (2,060 ft) of mostly straight 1,000 mm (3 ft 3 3⁄8 in) gauge single track with pine sleepers. The only curves are at the passing loop in the middle, at Talavera station. Except for the lowest part the line rises at a constant grade of 1 in 5.06 (17.86%), through three tunnels and over three bridges.
The lower terminus is in Cable Car Lane, off Lambton Quay (41°17′03.3″S 174°46′28.7″E / 41.284250°S 174.774639°E / -41.284250; 174.774639). The upper terminus is next to the Wellington Botanic Garden at the city end of Upland Road, Kelburn's main street (41°17′07.25″S 174°46′04.17″E / 41.2853472°S 174.7678250°E / -41.2853472; 174.7678250). There are three other equally-spaced stations—from Lambton Quay, they are Clifton, Talavera and Salamanca (also referred to as University), all named after nearby streets.
The Cable Car service opened in 1902 - it runs from Lambton Quay, Wellington's main shopping street, to the suburb of Kelburn. It is particulary popular with university students as it provides easy access from the inner city to Victoria University. From the top, one gets an overall view of Wellington and its harbour. In 1979 both cars were replaced with two modern swiss-made units.
New Zealand 2012 Wellington Cable Car and Botanical Gardens. You can catch the cable car up to the top of the gardens and then walk down. Easier than the other way!!
Wellington Cable Car is Wellington's most moving attraction and is a great way to see the city whether it be during the day or at night.
As part of the New Zealand Festival season of Power Plant, Contact Energy, one of the annual event’s sponsors, has added thousands of lights to the Wellington cable car tunnel. "The Wellington Cable Car is a funicular railway in Wellington, New Zealand between Lambton Quay, the main shopping street, and Kelburn, a suburb in the hills overlooking the central city, rising 120 m over a length of 612 m" - Wikipedia Filmed March 2014 Contributor#151
Das Wellington Cable Car ist eine innerstädtische Standseilbahn mitten in der neuseeländischen Hauptstadt. Auf gut 600 Metern Länge verbindet sie das Geschäftsviertel am Lambton Quay mit dem höher gelegenen Stadtteil Kelburn, wo sich auch der städtische botanische Garten befindet. Die erste, 1898 eröffnete Bahn wurde 1979 durch einen Neubau vollständig ersetzt. Konstruiert wurde die heutige Standseilbahn von der Firma Habegger und transportiert mit ihren zwei Wagen für je 100 Personen bis zu einer Million Fahrgäste pro Jahr. Als Besonderheit weist sie drei Zwischenhalte nach einem, zwei und drei Vierteln der Strecke auf. Produktion: Felix Gross Aufnahme: 31. März 2016 Musik: "Somewhere Sunny (ver 2)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Lice...
Wellington Cable Car, decending from Kelburn to Lambton Quay The Wellington Cable Car is a funicular railway in Wellington, New Zealand between Lambton Quay, the main shopping street, and Kelburn, a suburb in the hills overlooking the central city, rising 120 m (394 ft) over a length of 612 m (2,008 ft). It is widely recognised as a symbol of Wellington. The Cable Car has two cars, which start from opposite ends of the line and pass in the middle. They are attached to each other by a 30-mm diameter cable, supported by 120 rollers, which runs round a pulley at the top of the hill. A 185-kW 550-V DC motor at the top of the hill drives the pulley. The normal operating speed is 18 km/h (5 m/s), with a maximum passenger load of around 100 (30 seated, 70 standing). Each car weighs approximate...
Wellington (Source: Wikipedia) Wellington is the capital city and second most populous urban area of New Zealand. It is at the southwestern tip of the North Island, between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. The urban area is home to 397,900 residents. The city council area has 204,000 people. The Wellington urban area is the major population centre of the southern North Island, and is the seat of the Wellington Region -- which in addition to the urban area covers the Kapiti Coast and Wairarapa. The urban area includes four cities: Wellington, on the peninsula between Cook Strait and Wellington Harbour, contains the central business district and about half of Wellington's population; Porirua on Porirua Harbour to the north is notable for its large Māori and Pacific Island communities; L...
A possible option after using the cable car up the hill. (10 Sept. 2012)
http://www.expedia.com/Wellington.d6127327.Destination-Travel-Guides New Zealand is known as the “Land of the Long White Cloud” to its native Maori people, and Wellington is its cultural, political, and culinary capital. In fact, Wellington is the southernmost capital in the entire world. This compact city is trendy, creative, and begging to be explored. Wellington tourism is diverse; fresh ocean winds blow off the Cook Strait and invite you to kayak in the harbor or explore the beach. The compact city center is replete with street art and museums and imbued with creativity. Many Wellington tours begin with a cup of coffee at a downtown café. Once your eyes are open, take a walking tour of the area and observe the eclectic architecture, including the Parliament building and its beehive-...
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After meeting another filmmaker, I decided to throw away the rule book and hit Cuba Street, asking people what they liked about Wellington. Met some amazing people and as one person said, 'There is always a secret doorway in Wellington' where you may find a bar, an art gallery or musicians performing. To learn more about Marcel's Film - http://marcel-baaijens.blogspot.com
Wellington, New Zealand Tourism , Wellington, New Zealand Vacations, Wellington Tours Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube See in Wellington, New Zealand ============================== Te Papa, . The national museum. Particularly good if you have children to entertain on a rainy day. Free (except for the occasional special presentation). Museum of Wellington City & Sea, Queens Wharf, . Daily, 10AM-5PM, closed 25 Dec. A well-presented museum of the history of Wellington, including its maritime history. Free. City Gallery, Civic Square. Lacks a permanent collection but runs a consistently avant-garde set of exhibits. It also has the excellent cafe Nikau attached to it. The Wellington Cable Car, from Lambton Qu...
http://ultramodern-home.ru Top Tourist Attractions in Wellington (New Zealand) - Travel Guide Wellington: City Gallery Wellington, Mount Victoria, Wellington Cable Car, Museum of New Zealand, Museum of Wellington City & Sea, The Beehive, The Bucket Fountain, Wellington Zoo, Wellington Harbour, Wellington Town Hall, Sacred Heart Cathedral
Mum came down for a visit to Wellington, so here's a view of Wellington New Zealand through a tourist's eyes! We check out the Wellington Botanical Gardens, Te Papa, and catch the ferry past Matiu / Somes Island.
http://www.expedia.com/Hobart.d6052485.Destination-Travel-Guides When you first arrive in Hobart, you may not be aware that you’re exploring a former prison. This onetime penal colony is located between Mount Wellington and Port Hobart, and features a number of exquisite colonial buildings in breathtaking natural surroundings. There’s a variety of things to do within the city, so chow down on seafood from a waterfront restaurant before stopping by one of the galleries built into old whale oil warehouses. Don’t forget to check out the Hobart Theatre, a must-see on any Hobart tour. This structure was built by convicts brought to Australia in the 19th century, and it still hosts live performances today. Hobart sightseeing will no doubt include the Maritime Museum, which celebrates Hobart’s...
https://www.expedia.com/Perth.d180013.Destination-Travel-Guides A modern city, Perth is the gem of Australia’s west coast and the capital of Western Australia. This friendly metropolis boasts pristine beaches, clear water, and plenty of coastline – not to mention an abundance of nature and mineral resources. Start your day of Perth sightseeing with a walk through Kings Park, which is larger than New York’s Central Park and home to the Western Australia Botanic Garden. More than 3,000 species of Western Australia’s plant life, including vibrant flowers, are on display here. Most of the park consists of bushland, which means lots of wildlife and quite a few walking trails. After a morning of reflection in the park, head over to the Swan Bell Tower to enjoy a spectacular view of the city. ...
Cable car, flying high
Passing stars or wondering why
Did she go or did she die
I don't know
Mountainside, not so green
Snow is more than ever seen
Will she come back in a dream
I don't know
Thoughts of her reminding me
Of a time I couldn't see
Anything but you and me together
Colored cloud, on you go
To a land you may not know
If you see her
Tell her I'm so alone