5 Most Scenic Train Journeys You Need To Take In South India

by Vaishalee Kalvankar
5 Most Scenic Train Journeys You Need To Take In South India

Most of you will agree to the fact that train journeys are totally the best ones no matter if it is with a group or all alone. The journey turns simply more magical with the sight of scenic beauty as you look out of the window. South India is one of the most blessed sides of India when it comes to natural beauty and here is a list of train journeys you can take there to experience beauty that will be etched in your memory forever. 

1. Chennai – Rameshwaram

The Pamban bridge is said to be the first sea bridge in India. According to Indian mythology, Lord Rama built this bridge (Ram Sethu) to rescue his wife goddess Sita from Ravana. This scenic ride is 2.2km long and the feeling of crossing this long bridge over the mighty sea is breathtaking. 

2. Bangalore – Chennai

Heard of Chennai express? Well yes the movie, but it’s also a real express that runs in India. The very beautiful scenic Dudhsagar Fall just comes in the way on this train journey and is mesmerising enough specially during monsoons. Dudhsagar falls has a height of 310m and is one of the tallest waterfalls in India. 

Pic Credits : The New Indian Express

3. Ooty – Coonoor

There are two trains that run from Ooty to Coonoor by Indian railways. The Nilgiri Mountain Railways run this amazing toy train from Ooty to Coonoor offering you a scenic experience like never before. The misty meadows and the lush green tea estates are sure to blow your mind with its beauty as you wind through the Western Ghats. 

Pic Credits: Saakshi post

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4. Kanyakumari – Trivandrum

Kanyakumari to Trivandrum is a beautiful train journey for sure. This short 2-hour tour in Island express is all about the entrancing beauty nearby, the pristine natural splendour, and the most authentic feel of local life. You will pass through the beauty of South India that will stay with you forever in your memory afresh. 

Pic Credits: Ease My Trip

5. Kollam – Sengottai

The Kollam-Sengottai railway line connects Sengottai in Tamil Nadu and Kollam Junction in the state of Kerala. This train journey from one state to another will take you across many rivers, forests, hills and also a heritage bridge. You cannot help but give credit to the construction of railways when the National Highway crosses the lines both above and below tracks. 

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