Journey back in time! This 112 years old engine is attracting tourists in Shimla

Shimla, March 15: India has always attracted tourist and visitors with its ability of introducing its rich and varied heritage to the on lookers. Be it the monuments, cultural festival exhibiting traditions of the states and country or be it the sites. Off lately what is attracting most of the international tourists is the 112 year old steam engine in Shimla.

The heritage railway track that connects Shimla and Kalka is now frequently booked by tourists flocking the hill town. The engine uses traditional technique to run the train. Tourists from all over the country have been booking tickets to take a joy ride in the train.

Once the summer capital of British India, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Kalka-Shimla Railway, completed in 1903. The engine uses traditional technique to run the train. The train is called 'Toy Train' and is a must visit attraction for all those who are visiting the area.

 

Shimla has the charm of old-world travel amidst lofty pines and misty mountains which automatically attracts the visitors offering wonderful holiday experience full of adventure, romance and complete spiritual as well as inner relaxation. Britishers were so incapacitated by its beauty that it remained their summer capital for over 75 years. A more than 100-year-old steam engine reintroduced to step up tourism becomes an instant hit in India's hill town of Shimla as foreign tourists enjoy its ride amid a panoramic view.

Indian Railway has always exhibited the traditional mode of transport as an entity of nation’s pride. Becoming the lifeline for many of us, the Indian Railways has always been the priority for us as a means of transportation. As estimated there are lakhs of travellers in our country who travel and prefer trains as their mode of transportation. Bharatiya Rail has never failed to amaze its commuters and passengers.