PowerPoint PresentationOverview Travelling the world is quite a thrilling experience, and trains, cars, planes and buses aren’t the only way to get around. There are lots of other unique and unusual modes of transport from around the world. From trains made of bamboo to sleds pulled by reindeer, these types of transport are sure to be a memorable experience. “Schwebebahn”) is the oldest electric elevated railway with hanging cars. It was built using 19,200 tonnes of steel. Over 85,000 passengers use it every day to travel around Wuppertal. Coco Taxi – Havana, Cuba can be seen in Havana and in Varadero. They are faster and less expensive than regular taxis. The black taxis are used by locals, while the yellow ones are used by tourists. Monte Toboggan – Madeira, Portugal transportation started as a fast and fun way of getting down the hill from Monte to Funchal. Wicker toboggans can be found near the Nossa Senhora do Monte Church. From here, you can slide down the 2 km curved street, which takes about 10 minutes. It is a wonderful and exhilarating experience. nori) are made up of an electric generator and a makeshift bamboo platform as seating. They run along the railway tracks at speeds of up to 40km/h. While the unmaintained tracks make for a bumpy ride, the fares are low and this is a once in a lifetime experience. This isn’t your regular train to the airport. The Maglev (short for Magnetic Levitation) is something more. It can take its 30km journey to Pudong Airport in just 7 minutes, using magnetic repulsion to keep itself inches above the track, and can reach speeds of up to 431km/h. DUKW – London, U K American military during World War II to run over both land and water. Known as DUKW (pronounced ‘duck’) now offer rides past famous London landmarks before launching into the River Thames to get views from the water. Dog Sleds – Alaska, USA sleds being pulled by packs of 4 to 6 trained dogs. You can glide across the ice and through snow via a variety of types of sleds. This mode of transportation is celebrated each year with a 1,150-mile race from Anchorage to Nome. Gondola – Venice, Italy Venice is famous for its large network of canals, and the best way to get around them is by using a traditional wood-carved gondola boat They are the perfect way to see a lot of the city’s attractions. However, gondolas today are mostly reserved for tourists; locals favour the somewhat less glamorous Traghetto. Peru If you’re visiting Lake Titicaca, one of the best ways to get across this vast and beautiful stretch of water, is aboard the iconic Totora Boats. Fashioned from dried bundles of Totora reeds by Uros who live on the lake, they resemble dragons. moves up and down a hill) can be found around the world, but the Tünel is quite unique. Opened in 1874, it lies underground and covers the 60m between the quarters of Karakoy and Beyoglu in Istanbul. area is inhabited by the Sami people, and they often use the reindeer to pull sleds along the snow. Felucca Boats – Egypt Feluccas are traditional wooden sailing boats used on the Nile and the Red Sea in Egypt. Their lateen-rigged sails move the boat slowly, giving you lots of time to appreciate the beauty of the Nile at a quieter pace. Trams in France building new, high-tech streetcar lines as central elements in urban redevelopment. And they haven’t forgotten any of the French flair the world has come to love. Trolley Bus in Russia efficient, but also slow so they are not always a convenient way to get around the imperial city. Aerial tramway in Klein Matterhorn, Switzerland An aerial lift is a means of cable transport in which cabins, cars, gondolas or open chairs are hauled above the ground by means of one or more cables. Aerial lift systems are frequently employed in mountainous territory where roads are relatively difficult to build and often found in touristic landmarks. The Terra Bus wheeled vehicle is one of the few snow coach type vehicles currently produced. It is an all-wheel-drive, three axle, off-road bus which is specially constructed for use in Arctic climates by the Canadian specialty vehicle manufacturer Foremost, based in Calgary. Rica through the treetops hundreds of meters in the air with a chance to spot some of the country’s diverse wildlife.Though many of Costa Rica’s national parks offer canopy tours, the best are in Monteverde, Arenal and Manuel Antonio. House boat in India most relaxing and unique methods of travel to be found in India. Although modern Kettuvallams serve principally as a tourist attraction, these boats have a long history deeply tied to the economy of Kerala. Elephant in Luang Prabang, Laos Often at the entrance there are a group of elephants you can ride and feed, convenient if you can’t be bothered going on a formal tour to one of the nearby elephant camps. Tanga in Faisalabad, Pakistan but riding tangah is a great experience. This is a kind of cart powered by one or two horses. Because of the wooden wheels, do not expect it to be comfortable ride but expect it to give a great experience. transport where ten people can travel on the side of a two-wheeled vehicle and it is a common site in many areas of Mindanao, in southern Philippines. before the BTS, MRT and colourful taxis took over. Cyclo in Vietnam appeared in Vietnam during the French colonial period after a failed attempt to introduce rickshaws. A double seat (for Vietnamese – an average foreigner would find riding with a companion a bit of a squeeze) is supported by the two front wheels, with the driver sitting behind. Conclusion It is not only a place that attracts tourists but also the unusual modes of transport found there. So, what are you waiting for? Book your tickets and get going to explore these unusual modes of transport.