5 Heritage Trains In India That You Must Definitely Travel By

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Heritage Trains In India

India is home to a rich and diverse railway heritage, and heritage trains play a significant role in preserving and showcasing this legacy. 

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Why To Travel By?

These trains provide a glimpse into the history of Indian railways and offer tourists a unique and nostalgic travel experience.

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Take These Trains

Here are some notable heritage trains in India:

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1. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

Also known as the "Toy Train," it offers stunning views of the Himalayas and passes through picturesque tea plantations.

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2. Kalka-Shimla Railway

This narrow-gauge railway connects Kalka in Haryana to Shimla in Himachal Pradesh.

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3. Matheran Hill Railway

Located in the Western Ghats near Mumbai, this narrow-gauge railway takes tourists to the hill station of Matheran.

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4. Nilgiri Mountain Railway

Another UNESCO World Heritage site, this railway runs from Mettupalayam to Ooty in the southern state of Tamil Nadu

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5. Palace On Wheels 

This is one of the earliest luxury trains of the country operating in and around Rajasthan.

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Have you taken any of these heritage trains before?

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