Ascensor Monjas

The Monjas funicular extends 175 meters in length, incorporating a track that runs along the hillside before transitioning to a wooden structure over the slope.

Built in 1912, this transportation system served as one of the initial hydraulic lift mechanisms associated with the local navy school, facilitating movement for staff and residents.

This funicular represents an essential component of Valparaíso's transportation network, demonstrating early 20th-century engineering solutions for navigating the city's steep terrain.

The funicular system connects Avenida Baquedano at the lower station to Calle Bianchi at the upper station, covering a vertical distance of 45 meters.

The transport system features a distinctive design where passengers experience a gradual transition from ground-level track to elevated wooden structure during the ascent.

Location: Valparaíso

Inception: 1912

Part of: list of national monuments of the Region of Valparaíso

GPS coordinates: -33.05222,-71.61444

Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:50