There is an impressive count of 102 tunnels, 87 bridges and 900 curves on this route.
Summer vacation means planning a great tour with the family.
Summer vacations are just around the corner. During this time, people enjoy quality time with their families and prefer to travel. If you also make a travel plan in May-June, why not enjoy a train journey this time? Let us introduce you to some of the most exceptional train routes in India.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (toy train)
This is India’s oldest narrow gauge railway and runs between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling. Although this train now also runs on diesel, trains used to run on steam. On this route you will experience the natural beauty of the Himalayas. This train journey gives a beautiful view of the hilly peaks rising from the lush green forests and tea gardens. Let us tell you that this is the highest railway station in India and the name of this railway was included in the list of world heritage by UNESCO in 1999.
Kalka to Shimla
The Himalayan Queen of Shivalik Express is on a narrow gauge mountainous route, starting from Kalka and ending at Shimla. This railway line was built to provide a connection between Shimla, the former summer capital of India, and the rest of the Indian railway network. Today, toy trains run on this track only for the entertainment of tourists. There is an impressive count of 102 tunnels, 87 bridges and 900 turns on this route which has been designated as one of India’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Jammu to Baramulla
If you want to travel to the abode of heaven, you need to make an itinerary for the Jammu-Baramulla railway line. This is one of the most challenging routes in North India and was built to connect the Kashmir valley with the rest of the Indian mainland using railway lines. There are over 700 bridges and many tunnels on this route. It is surrounded by mountains and crosses the Chenab River.
Kangra Valley Railway
The scenic Kangra Valley Railway route stretches from Pathankot in Punjab to Joginder Nagar in Himachal Pradesh, with two beautiful tunnels measuring 75 meters and 300 meters respectively. For those looking for tranquility in a bustling environment, a trip along this route is a must-have experience.
Old Delhi to Katra
Try this peaceful overnight journey from Old Delhi to Katra. Away from the bustling life of Delhi, when you sit on this train at night, you wake up in the lap of the Himalayas in the morning. The journey is approximately 661 km and takes 15 hours.
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