Kalka Shimla Railway

December 31, 2021

The Kalka–Shimla railway is a 762 mm narrow-gauge railway in North India which traverses a mostly mountainous route from Kalka to Shimla. It is known for dramatic views of the hills and surrounding villages. The rail network holds the Guinness Book of World Records for its 96 kilometers steepest rise in the altitude with crossover of 800 bridges and viaducts, it is one of the most beautiful hill railways in India.

Unesco: Mountain Railways of India
RR: December Alternative RR
Date: Dec 4

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