5 Scenic Train Journeys Across India

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Indian Railways offers several sightseeing routes that will mesmerise you with their beauty and charm

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These train routes pass through numerous mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and lush green forests

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Here are India's five most beautiful train routes that you might not want to miss out on

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1. Himalayan Queen (Kalka-Shimla Rail Route) - A UNESCO World Heritage Site

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This little toy train starts from Kalka and travels through tunnels, bridges, valleys, steep curves, forests of deodar, pine and oak

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2. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (New Jalpaiguri-Darjeeling)


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This toy train winds its way through tea plantations, quaint villages and forests, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas

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3. Nilgiri Mountain Railway makes its way through beautiful mountains from Ooty to Mettupalayam via Coonoor and offers magnificent views

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The train slowly ascends the hills, letting you soak in the beauty of the surroundings, passing through sharp edges and forested tunnels

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4. Neral-Matheran toy train takes passengers on a picturesque journey and offers stunning views of the lush green valleys and the majestic Western Ghats

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5. Baramula - Banihal Rail Route: The train from Jammu to Baramulla chugs through beautiful valleys, majestic mountains, and serene landscapes of Kashmir

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