Leave the hiking boots at home -- you can scale Mount Washington via the Pittsburgh's Duquesne Incline .

Built in 1877, the incline closely follows the tracks of an old coal hoist. In the late 19th century, the residents of Pittsburgh used 17 of these inclines to transport people, freight, horses and even cars to and from the residential areas on Mount Washington (then known as Coal Hill).

Today, of course, we have roads and cars to schlep (we love this word) our baggage around. Even so, you haven't seen Pittsburgh until you've ridden to the observation tower, which is 400 feet above the three rivers.

This thrifty indulgence will cost you $2.25 each way.

From the top of Mount you'll see the Golden Triangle, Heinz Field and pretty much all of Pittsburgh. Go at night for a sparkly and gleaming view of the city.

via NBC4 Washington (blog)

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