For generations of Indians, trains have been the most affordable and accessible way to explore the vast, diverse landscapes ...

Explore India’s iconic UNESCO World Heritage railways — from the Nilgiri Mountain Railway to the Darjeeling Toy Train.

State Party Coordinates Property Buffer Zone 944ter-001 Darjeeling Himalayan Railway India N26 40 48.00 E88 27 36.00 5.34 ha 70 ha 944ter-002 Nilgiri Mountain Railway India N11 30 37.00 E76 55 54.00 4 ...

Today, it’s one of Britain’s premier heritage railways, celebrated for its impressive roster of steam locomotives, including the GWR Hall No. 4930 Hagley Hall and GWR 5700 Class No. 7714.

The 239-mile track cost more than $12 million, according to the Branson Scenic Railway website. Laborers were paid between $1.25-1.50 per day and men with teams were paid $2.50-3 per day.