3. T.I.C - Aviemore
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It sounds great doesn't it - all that money pouring in from skiing? As the figures suggest though, the figure of £12 million is for a 'good season'. Unfortunately, in the last few years we've not had many of those. It's been so frustrating - we've had plenty of snow - but also plenty of wind - so skiers couldn't get to the slopes. Is it really any wonder that skiers were heading to resorts overseas where they were guaranteed good snow conditions? That all changed with the funicular however. Now skiers can get up to the slopes in winds of up to 80 miles per hour and our winter visitor numbers were excellent. The funicular has also proven a great summer attraction, with visitors keen to soak up the gorgeous views - without all the effort of having to climb up there! So, economically, the funicular has been a resounding success. What's also important are the associated socio-cultural benefits. |
The
funicular created many jobs throughout its construction.
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