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International Business Times
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Levi FERNANDES

Locals Fume As Lisbon's Historic Trams Become Tourist 'Toy'

Five historic tram routes currently connect Lisbon, with a more modern sixth line running along the river (Credit: AFP)

An age-old symbol of the Portuguese capital, Lisbon's rickety yellow trams have become such a magnet for tourists that some locals complain they can no longer grab a ride.

Lisbon began operating trams in the late 19th century to transport passengers up the steep and narrow streets criss-crossing the hilly old city.

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