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5 lesser-known scenic train journeys worth experiencing in India

These are some of the lesser-known scenic train journeys in India that are worth experiencing. Each of these train journeys offers a unique perspective on the stunning landscapes of India.

Updated on: Mar 20, 2023 5:07 PM IST

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India is home to some of the most stunning train journeys in the world. While some of these journeys are quite famous, there are a few lesser-known scenic train journeys in India that are equally breathtaking. Here are some of them:  (Unsplash)

Updated on Mar 20, 2023 5:07 PM

India is home to some of the most stunning train journeys in the world. While some of these journeys are quite famous, there are a few lesser-known scenic train journeys in India that are equally breathtaking. Here are some of them: (Unsplash)

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Konkan Railway: This 741-kilometer long railway line runs along the Konkan coast of Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka. The train passes through picturesque valleys, verdant hills, and the Arabian Sea, offering stunning views of the coastline.  (Pinterest)

Updated on Mar 20, 2023 5:07 PM

Konkan Railway: This 741-kilometer long railway line runs along the Konkan coast of Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka. The train passes through picturesque valleys, verdant hills, and the Arabian Sea, offering stunning views of the coastline. (Pinterest)

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Matheran Hill Railway: This narrow-gauge railway line connects Neral in Maharashtra to the hill station of Matheran. The train passes through dense forests, steep cliffs, and several scenic points, offering stunning views of the Western Ghats.  (Pinterest)

Updated on Mar 20, 2023 5:07 PM

Matheran Hill Railway: This narrow-gauge railway line connects Neral in Maharashtra to the hill station of Matheran. The train passes through dense forests, steep cliffs, and several scenic points, offering stunning views of the Western Ghats. (Pinterest)

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Darjeeling Himalayan Railway: Also known as the "Toy Train," this narrow-gauge railway line runs from Siliguri to Darjeeling in West Bengal. The train passes through tea plantations, dense forests, and several hill stations, offering stunning views of the Himalayas.  (Pinterest)

Updated on Mar 20, 2023 5:07 PM

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway: Also known as the "Toy Train," this narrow-gauge railway line runs from Siliguri to Darjeeling in West Bengal. The train passes through tea plantations, dense forests, and several hill stations, offering stunning views of the Himalayas. (Pinterest)

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Nilgiri Mountain Railway: This UNESCO World Heritage site connects the town of Mettupalayam in Tamil Nadu to the hill station of Ooty in the Nilgiri Hills. The train passes through 16 tunnels, 250 bridges, and several breathtaking landscapes, including tea plantations and waterfalls.  (Pinterest)

Updated on Mar 20, 2023 5:07 PM

Nilgiri Mountain Railway: This UNESCO World Heritage site connects the town of Mettupalayam in Tamil Nadu to the hill station of Ooty in the Nilgiri Hills. The train passes through 16 tunnels, 250 bridges, and several breathtaking landscapes, including tea plantations and waterfalls. (Pinterest)

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Kalka-Shimla Railway: This narrow-gauge railway line connects the town of Kalka in Haryana to the hill station of Shimla in Himachal Pradesh. The train passes through 102 tunnels, 864 bridges, and several quaint hill stations, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayan foothills.  (Pinterest)

Updated on Mar 20, 2023 5:07 PM

Kalka-Shimla Railway: This narrow-gauge railway line connects the town of Kalka in Haryana to the hill station of Shimla in Himachal Pradesh. The train passes through 102 tunnels, 864 bridges, and several quaint hill stations, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayan foothills. (Pinterest)

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