Sep 15, 2024

Scenic hill station train journeys in North India

Priya Srivastava

Hill journeys

North India is dotted with some stunning hill stations each noted for its own unique charm. One of the best ways to explore the beauty of these regions is taking a train ride. Winding through green hills, these picturesque train journeys offer amazing travel experiences.

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Kalka-Shimla Railway

The Kalka-Shimla Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The toy train is among the most prominent scenic train journeys in India that goes through over 100 tunnels and crosses more than 80 bridges!

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Nainital, Uttarakhand

Another scenic train ride in North India is between Nainital and Kathgodam. The journey begins from the town of Kathgodam and ends at Nainital. The trip goes through dense forests and pretty landscapes.

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Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

Another UNESCO heritage site, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is noted for offering picturesque vistas of the Kanchenjunga range, the third-highest peak in the world.

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Ludhiana–Kalka Train

The train journey between Ludhiana and Kalka offers a scenic route through the Shivalik Hills. This train ride is lesser known but offers a gorgeous journey through the foothills of the Himalayas.

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Kangra Valley Railway

Kangra Valley Railway runs between Pathankot and Kangra and is noted for its gorgeous views of the Dhauladhar range. This narrow-gauge line goes through stunning villages, terraced fields, and dense forests.

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Jammu–Udhampur Railway

The Jammu-Udhampur Railway line is also a must enjoy ride in north India. The train journey goes through some dramatic landscapes, including deep valleys, and the beautiful Chenab River.

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