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Switzerland - Lake of Lucerne, View from the Rigi
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Switzerland - Lake of Lucerne, View from the Rigi
Coloured lantern slide of a view across the Lake of Lucerne from Mount Rigi, Queen of the Mountains. In the foreground appears to be a train track, that of the Rigi-Bahnen, which started operation in 1871. It was the first mountain railway in Europe and alongside the Arth-Rigi-Bahn became the first electrified standard gauge rack-railway in the world. Both lines go all the way to the summit, Rigi-Kulm.. Slide number 17 of Box 181 entitled Swiss No.1. Date: circa 1890s
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Alongside Alpine Alps Appears Both Foreground Gauge Lines Lucerne Mount Operation Rigi Slides Standard Started Summit Swiss Track Electrified Rack Railway
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This coloured lantern slide depicts a breathtaking view of Lake Lucerne in Switzerland, as seen from the summit of Mount Rigi, affectionately known as the 'Queen of the Mountains.' The image, taken in the late 1890s, showcases the serene lake with its shimmering waters reflecting the surrounding Alpine landscape. In the foreground, a train track can be seen winding its way along the lake's edge. This is the Rigi-Bahnen, the first mountain railway in Europe, which began operation in 1871. The railway's arrival revolutionized mountain tourism, making it easier for visitors to reach the summit and enjoy the stunning vistas. Alongside the Rigi-Bahnen, the Arth-Rigi-Bahn also started operation around the same time, and together they became the world's first electrified standard gauge rack-railway. Both lines extend all the way to the summit of Rigi-Kulm, providing an unforgettable journey through the picturesque Swiss Alps. This historical lantern slide, number 17 of Box 181, entitled 'Swiss No.1,' offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to an era of romantic travel and discovery.
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