India, April 2 -- Shima is set to get Asia's longest ropeway with the construction of a project spanning 13.79 kilometers, media reports said.

This will be a boost to tourism and alleviate traffic congestion in the popular hill station.

It will also be the world's second-largest ropeway.

The ropeway will run between Maa Tara Devi and Sanjauli.

It will cover an area of approximately 60 kilometers, and connect 15 key stations across Shimla and nearby areas.

The ropeway will comprise 660 cabins, each having a carrying capacity of 8-10 passengers.

The cabins will arrive at the stations every two to three minutes.

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