Since ancient times, engineers have devised clever ways to move people and things vertically. The
paternoster is a continuously running elevator that was first developed in the late 19th century, and there are still a few surviving examples like this one in Prague. The name translates as “Our Father,” the first two words in the Lord’s prayer, and comes from their resemblance to rosary beads. I love this
video of elderly Czech women hopping on and disappearing as they ride up. Maybe not the safest elevators around, but they certainly look like fun. – Dr. Tom
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