15 Magical Train Journeys in India That You Don’t Want To Miss
- Punalur – Sengottai Passenger
Route: Punalur to Sengottai
The 13 arched-bridge called the ‘Kannara Bridge’ is the highlight of this ride. Covering tunnels and mountains of Kerala and seeing endless paddy fields in Tamil Nadu, this route is for people who love to watch architecture as this is full of it.
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- Deccan Express (and several other trains)
Route: Karjat to Lonavala
Dark tunnels, sloped draped with forests and silvery waterfalls, this is what comes before Western Ghats, known for their biodiversity during monsoons, the journey is simple magical. Different trains have different routes to reach Lonavala, but of you’re an Indian, you are must be aware with the beauty of lonavala that makes it a not-to-miss-place.
- Himalayan Queen
Route: Kalka to Shimla
96 km long, Himalayan queen is a toy train that passes through 102 tunnels and 82 bridges with holding a Guinness Book of World Records for The Steepest Rise in Altitude in the span of 96 km. This will take you from pine trees, oak, valleys, Deodar and Rhodendron forests to reach Shimla.
- Baramullah Banihal DEMU Train
Route: Qazigund to Baramullah
Kashmir, the heaven on earth, has the most breathtaking views. Snowy peaks, frost covered villages, pine forest, just a dream come true. The train travels through the Banihal Tunnel, the longest railway tunnel in India that is of 11.2kms.
- Jammu Mail
Route: Jammu to Udhampur
Kashmir railway is said to be the most challenging projects in India. This route is known for its thrilling experience as the train goes through 158 bridges and 20 major tunnels giving a show of rivers and valleys around the beautiful Shivalik Mountain Ranges. Station restaurant at Jammu Tawi are known for their best omelets sandwiches and masala tea.
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