SCENIC RAILWAYS
Added on: 27th Feb 2016
BERNINA EXPRESS,
SWITZERLAND
Connecting cold north and sunny south of Switzerland, the
Bernina Express operates between Chur and Tirano.
Surrounded by the monumental Swiss Alps, this railway is
considered one the most beautiful in the world.
DOURO VALLEY RAILWAY,
PORTUGAL
Going from Porto to Pocinho, the Douro line crosses 30 bridges
and passes through 26 tunnels. Taking a train ride on this
railway is a great and easy way to enjoy the panoramic
views of the picturesque Douro Valley.
ADELAIDE-DARWIN RAILWAY,
AUSTRALIA
With a length of almost 3,000km (1,850 mi), the Adelaide-Darwin
Railway is famous for its stunning views of the Outback.
It takes 54 hours to complete the journey.
FLAMSBANA,
NORWAY
One of the steepest train lines in the world with almost 80% of
the journey having a gradient of 5.5%, Flamsbana runs through
majestic mountains, breath taking waterfalls, beautiful lakes and
other landmarks so typical of the diverse Norwegian nature.
DARJEELING HIMALAYAN RAILWAY,
INDIA
Established by the British Government in 1891, the Darjeeling
Himalayan Railway is one of the most popular railways in India.
COASTAL CLASSIC,
ALASKA
Running between Anchorage and Fairbanks, this Alaskan railway
offers perfect conditions for watching local marvellous nature.
From Beluga whales along the coast to dog sledding, taking a
ride on this railway will show you all the beauty of Alaska.
TATRAN RAILWAY,
SLOVAKIA
Connecting several tourist resorts in the Tatra Mountains,
the Tatran Railway is one of the most beautiful railways in Slovakia.
ISUMI LINE,
JAPAN
Located in the Chiba Prefecture, the Isumi line extends through
the central eastern section of the Boso Peninsula, linking
Ôhara Station in the city of Isumi to Kazusa-Nakano Station
in the town of Otaki.
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