Kalka to Shimla Railway Journey
5 hours | Easy | Varies by class: unreserved to first class
Where to visit
Where to visit in Kalka-Shimla Railway Track?
Haryana, India
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The Kalka-Shimla Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage narrow-gauge railway line spanning 96 kilometers through the foothills and mountains of Himachal Pradesh. Built in 1903, this engineering marvel winds through 102 tunnels, crosses 864 bridges, and ascends from 656 meters to 2,076 meters elevation, showcasing British colonial-era railway infrastructure and stunning Himalayan scenery.
The Kalka-Shimla Railway is a UNESCO World Heritage narrow-gauge railway line spanning 96 kilometers through the foothills and mountains of Hima...
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Visit Barog Tunnel and Station
2 hours | Easy
Photography at Solan Station
1 hour | Easy
Hiking from Shimla station downhill along track
Half day | Moderate
Viaduct and Bridge exploration
2 hours | Easy
Barog Tunnel
India's longest single-track railway tunnel at 1,143 meters, built in 1902, offering fascinating engineering history and a cool walk-through experience. | 15 km from Kalka
Solan Brewery
Historic beer brewery established in 1855, offering tours and local beverage tasting in a charming colonial setting. | 22 km from Kalka
Kandaghat Railway Station
Picturesque station surrounded by pine forests, perfect for photography and experiencing the slower pace of colonial railway life. | 35 km from Kalka
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Experience one of Asia's most scenic and historically significant railway journeys, offering breathtaking mountain vistas, colonial heritage, and the thrill of traveling through ancient tunnels and over towering viaducts.
Best time
October to June
How to reach
From Chandigarh, take the National Highway 5 toward Kalka (approximately 30 km, 45 minutes). The railway terminus at Kalka is well-connected by road to major cities including Delhi (250 km), Chandigarh (30 km), and Haryana.
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