Countries Without Railway Network
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29 October 2024
The railway network is the oldest form of transportation in the world. It is a symbol of connectivity and progress, connecting countries, people and economies
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But did you know there are some countries which have no rail network? Here's a list of 8 popular nations that do not have a railway network
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Bhutan's rugged terrain poses a formidable challenge to railway construction. With high mountains and limited flat land, building a railway network here is a daunting task
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Iceland, famed for its stunning landscapes, glaciers and geysers, does not have a railway system
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Papua New Guinea's diverse topography, including remote islands and dense jungles, has always posed a problem to build a railway network
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The Maldives, a well-known tourist destination, is another country without a railway network. Since its land mass is very small, a railway network is not a feasible idea
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Andorra, a tiny, independent principality situated between France and Spain in the Pyrenees mountains, has never had a railway network
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Monaco, a small principality nestled on the French Riviera, relies on road transportation and boasts a highly efficient network of buses and taxis
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Yemen, facing significant economic challenges and geopolitical turmoil, lacks a functional railway network
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San Marino, an enclave within Italy, also lacks a railway network. Visitors usually visit San Marino by road from nearby Italian cities
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