Nilgiri Mountain Railway
नीलगिरि पर्वतीय रेल
railway line in
Tamil Nadu
#11 in Tamil Nadu
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#283 in India
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The Nilgiri Mountain Railway in India is a historic and picturesque railway line that connects the town of Mettupalayam with the hill station of Ooty (Udhagamandalam) in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Established in 1908, this narrow-gauge railway is renowned for its stunning scenic views, steep gradients, and the engineering marvel of its rack-and-pinion system, which helps the train navigate the steep incline. The journey covers a distance of approximately 46 kilometers and passes through lush tea plantations, dense forests, and numerous tunnels and bridges.
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