Indian Railway is one of the best railways in world, especially when it comes to travelling through natural beauty, experiencing India’s tradition and culture, it also gives a good opportunity to meet people from different parts of India. Indian railways is also home to some of the most beautiful railway stations in the world. Here is the list of some of the railway stations that you should visit.
1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Maharashtra
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai is one of India’s most iconic railway stations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is built in 1887 and is a beautiful blend of Victorian Gothic Revival and traditional Indian architecture. It is designed by British architect Frederick William Stevens ad features intricate carvings, domes, and stained-glass windows. CSMT handles millions of passengers boarding long distance trains and suburban trains daily. It is a symbol of Mumbai’s colonial past and dynamic present, standing as a masterpiece in India’s railway heritage.
2. Ghum Railway Station, West Bengal
Sitting at the height of 2,258 meters (7,407 ft) above sea level, it is India’s highest railway station and one of world’s highest railway station. Ghum railway station is part of UNESCO World Heritage Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. So, you can have a toy train ride here. It offers incredible views of the Eastern Himalayas. It is one of most amazing railway stations in India that offers a beautiful view.
3. Srinagar Railway Station, Jammu and Kashmir
Located in one of the most beautiful places in the world, Srinagar Railway Station is designed in Kashmiri wooden architecture to perfectly blend with its surrounding natural beauty. It looks even more beautiful during winters especially when it is covered with snow. So, if you love Indian Railways then you must visit this railway station in India especially during winters. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful railway stations in India.
4. Madhubani Railway Station, Bihar
You must have heard about Madhubani Painting, a famous traditional art from Bihar. Walls of Madhubani Railway Station are covered with these traditional Mithila Paintings or Madhubani Paintings. All these paintings are painted by local artists. It looks more like an open art gallery than a railway station. Madhubani Railway Station attracts people who like Indian Railways and people who are interested in arts.
5. Kashi Railway Station, Uttar Pradesh
Kashi Railway Station is small and beautiful railway station. It is located above the banks of Ganga River in one of the world’s oldest living cities. This railway station will give you the feeling that you have went back in time, here all the walls are covered with beautiful paintings showcasing Kashi’s age-old tradition and culture. Just below it is Namo Ghat which is one of the most famous and modern ghat of Banaras.
6. Rameswaram Railway Station, Tamil Nadu
Rameswaram Railway Station is located on Pamban Island; it is connected to the mainland by the Pamban Bridge. Pamban Bridge is sea train bridge and train ride on this bridge will give you a thrilling experience. Train ride over Pamban Bridge attracts lots of tourists because of its and thrilling experience and scenic natural beauty.
These are some of the most unique and fascinating railway stations in the world. There are many other railway stations in India that are equally beautiful because of their geographical locations, architectural design, modern technology or historical significance. We will see them in our other blogs.
Until next time, keep travelling and take care of Nature.