The Escalera Cienfuegos staircase, surrounded by graffiti and decorated with ceramic tiles, is seen along a funicular railway on Cerro Cordillera hill in Valparaíso, Chile, on January 30, 2024. Due to the city's hilly terrain, Valparaíso is famed for its hundreds of staircases that connect winding alleys on neighborhood hills and provide accessibility between different levels of the city. Many of the stairs are adorned with colorful murals and graffiti, showcasing local street...
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The Escalera Cienfuegos staircase, surrounded by graffiti and decorated with ceramic tiles, is seen along a funicular railway on Cerro Cordillera hill in Valparaíso, Chile, on January 30, 2024. Due to the city's hilly terrain, Valparaíso is famed for its hundreds of staircases that connect winding alleys on neighborhood hills and provide accessibility between different levels of the city. Many of the stairs are adorned with colorful murals and graffiti, showcasing local street art and imparting the city with a unique artistic charm.
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