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The World’s 100 Best Cable Cars & Mountain Railways

Manakamana Cable Car

Kurintar, Nepal

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Manakamana Cable Car

Gondola line running from Kurintar in Chitwan to Manakamana Temple in Gorkha, over the Trishuli River and surrounding hills. Riders see the river and hills below, with Himalayan views when clear, and reach the temple on Kafakdada Hill.

Highlights

  • Trishuli River below
  • Annapurna and Manaslu ranges
  • Manakamana Temple on Kafakdada Hill

Good to know

  • Long queues on festivals and public holidays
  • Online tickets help skip the queue
  • Ride takes about 10 minutes

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