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Where was the world’s first underground railway system built?

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The Metropolitan Railway opened on 10 January 1863, and was carrying over 26,000 passengers a day within a few months of opening. The early lines were built by various private companies, and became integrated in 1933.
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Which city is known for its cave-like subway stations?

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Barcelona

What is Serfaus known for?

There is the highest mountain in Austria.
It is the smallest city with an active metro.
From the castle with the famous White Tower.
From the monastery founded in the 7th century.

Where is this metro station?

in Moscow
in Stockholm
in Madrid
in Barcelona

By what were the first London Underground trains pulled?

steam locomotives
diesel locomotives
electric locomotives
horses