May 25 , 2023

In Pics: 9 most scenic train journeys in India

By True Scoop

Himalayan Queen: It features in the Guinness Book of World Records as the tracks stretch across the steepest altitude

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway: The route is famous for its loops, where the train turns in a full circle and thus climbs 20ft higher

Kashmir Valley Railway: This is actually one of the most challenging tracks built by the Indian Railways

Sethu Express: You will get the opportunity to traverse the sea, as the route includes crossing the Pamban Bridge

Konkan Railway: With landscapes covered in lush greenery, a Konkan Railway journey is a treat

Goa Express: The journey is less than 4 hours long and takes you through the charming Western Ghats and serene beaches

Nilgiri Mountain Railway: has the steepest gradient of any railway line in South Asia

Kollam-Sengottai Chord Line: You will see moss-covered bridges, untouched forests and Kerala’s cardamom hills

Bhubaneswar to Brahmapur: The most attractive highlight of the journey is Lake Chilika, the second-largest in the country