Trams in Ganja, Azerbaijan
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The Ganja tramway network was a network of tramways forming part of the public transport system in Ganja, the second most populous city in Azerbaijan, for more than 40 years in the mid 20th century.
| Ganja tramway network | |
|---|---|
| Operation | |
| Locale | Ganja, Azerbaijan |
| Open | 1 May 1933 |
| Close | 16 October 1976 |
| Status | Closed |
| Lines | 4 (max) |
| Infrastructure | |
| Track gauge | 1,524 mm (5 ft) |
| Propulsion system(s) | Electricity |
History
The network was opened on 1 May 1933, and was powered by electricity. At its height, it consisted of four lines. It was closed on 16 October 1976.[1]
In January 2013, the government of Azerbaijan announced that it is planning to restore the tramway network in Ganja. The total length of the tramway network will be 15 km.[2]
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