Who doesn’t like to travel by train? During a train journey, you can see many beautiful sights like forests, grasslands, rivers, mountains, lakes, waterfalls, but do you know that there are some dangerous rail routes in the world which are full of danger and thrill along with natural beauty?
These railway routes are dangerous and passengers with heart weakness are advised to avoid travelling on these routes.
| 10 Tren A Las Nubes Argentina |
The rail route from Salt Lake to Chilli-Pauya in the northwest of Argentina passes through the Andes mountain range. This route is called Alto Nips. This is the fifth-highest railway route in the world and is spread over 435km. This route includes 29 bridges, 21 tunnels, 13 bi-duck, two spirals, and two chicken-jack turns. If you travel on this rail route, you will have to travel on this route.
You will get a wonderful journey of 16 hours. On this railway route, there is a wide duck called Pauya which is 210 feet high and 735 feet long. If we talk about its height from the sea level, then it is located at a height of about 13850 feet above the sea level.
| Specification | Details |
| Route Name | Alto Nips |
| Location | Salt Lake to Chilli-Pauya, Argentina |
| Mountain Range | Andes |
| Ranking | Fifth-highest railway route in the world |
| Total Length | 435 km |
| Number of Bridges | 29 |
| Number of Tunnels | 21 |
| Number of Bi-Ducks | 13 |
| Number of Spirals | 2 |
| Number of Chicken-Jack Turns | 2 |
| Travel Time | 16 hours |
| Prominent Bridge (Pauya) | 210 feet high, 735 feet long |
| Elevation Above Sea Level | Approximately 13,850 feet |
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| 9. Pamban bridge India |
The most important part of the Chennai-Rameswaram railway route in Tamil Nadu is the Pamban Bridge, which connects Chennai-Rameswaram, which is located on the Pamban River, to Rameswaram. This railway bridge is more than 2 km long.
Most of the part of this bridge rests on pillars made of concrete. This bridge is only 41 feet above the sea level due to which the train passing over it can get caught in the current. This bridge was opened in 1914 and at that time it used to be the longest sea bridge of India. In December 1964, due to a storm, a train overturned on this route and sank in the sea.
| Specification | Details |
| Route Name | Chennai-Rameswaram Railway Route |
| Location | Tamil Nadu, India |
| Key Highlight | Pamban Bridge |
| Bridge Length | Over 2 km |
| Bridge Structure | Primarily rests on concrete pillars |
| Elevation Above Sea Level | 41 feet |
| Year Opened | 1914 |
| Historical Significance | Once the longest sea bridge in India |
| Incident (1964) | Train overturned and sank due to a storm |
| Unique Challenges | Susceptible to strong sea currents |
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| 8.Aso Minami Route Japan |
The train driver has to be very cautious on this route because one wrong move can cause the train to fall off the track. Japan’s railway route passes near the volcano Mount Asho. Here the train passes right near the volcano, which means that you can see lava flows sometimes during the journey.
| Specification | Details |
| Route Name | Aso Minami Route |
| Location | Kumamoto Region, Japan |
| Connection Points | Takamori to Minami Aso |
| Key Feature | Passes near Mount Aso volcano |
| Hazards | High bridges open from both sides |
| Safety | Structurally safe but requires caution |
| Unique Experience | View of lava flows during the journey |
| 7.Dawlish Railway track Uk |
The special thing about this railway track is that it is built on the sea wall. This station is located in the city of Dawlish in Devon, England. And it is part of the line going from Edder to Palaya Mouth. Since this track is built on the sea wall, it often gets damaged by storms.
In February 2014, the sea wall broke down, leaving parts of the track suspended in the air and the line had to be closed for some time.
| 6.Landwasser viaduct Switzerland |
It is part of Switzerland’s Albula Railway system which connects Tiffin, Kaushal and Freeport. It is 446 feet long and 213 feet high. It is a single track limestone bridge with 6 pillars in an arch.
This bridge was built in record time between 1901 and 1902 and was renovated for the first time in 2009 after 107 years. This railway route was included in the list of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site in 2008.
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| 5.Death Railway Thailand |
This 415-kilometer-long road connects Banpaung in Thailand and Tisia in Myanmar. It is also known as Burma Railway but it is also called Death Railway.
The Japanese Empire built it between 1940 and 1944 during the Second World War to supply soldiers and weapons from Myanmar. During the construction of this railway route, many people lost their lives, due to which it was named Death Railway. The most famous part of this route is this bridge built on the River Koyper. After reaching this bridge, people start sweating out of fear.
| 4. Georgetown loop railroad |
You can also go to George Town Sea Silver Plum by your own vehicle, but if you want to enjoy the beautiful view during the journey, then train travel may be a better option for you.
Built in 1877, the George Town Loop now serves as a heritage rai lroad that runs 7 km through hilly terrain. The highest point of the train is 640 feet above sea level. There are also many rail bridges, the most exciting of which is the Davis Gate High Bridge, where the train moves at a slow speed so that people can enjoy the view and the boy can also enjoy it.
| 3.Goteik viaduct myamar |
This bridge was completed in 1900 and at that time it was the world’s tallest railway trestle with a length of 689 meters and a height of 97 meters, but its actual height from downstream to the rail deck is 102 meters.
Built to expand the British Empire’s influence in the region, trains travel over the bridge at a very slow speed to avoid putting too much pressure on its structure. Although the viaduct was renovated in the 1990s, the bridge still creaks when trains pass over it.
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| 2. White pass And yukon road (Alaska) |
It connects Kagwe in Alaska and White Horse in Canada. Its length is a little more than 175 kilometers. It was started in 1900 but was closed in 1982 due to the collapse of the mining industry. However, it was reopened after 6 years and now it runs only for tourists as heritage transportation.
While travelling on this route, you can see the views of mountains and sheer rocks. Because in some parts the train runs at a height of 3000 feet
| 1.Kuranda scenic Railway Australia |
It connects the town of Kearney to the town of Kurunda in Queensland and passes through the dense rainforests of the Burran Gorge National Park and the uninhabited areas of the Macalister Range. Construction of this railway route began in 1886 and was completed in 1891, although the route is only 37 kilometres long.
But during the journey, the train passes through more than 40 bridges and 15 tunnels. The most exciting thing is that during this route, the train passes very close to many waterfalls, out of which water can fall on the train.
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| FAQ |
Q What is the most dangerous train route in the US?
ANS:- Georgetown Loop Railroad
Q Which is the most dangerous railway bridge in the world?
ANS:-Pamban Bridge.
Q What is the deadliest train?
ANS:- 2004 Sri Lanka tsunami train wreck
Q What is the most dangerous method of travel?
ANS:-Motorcycles
Q What is the fastest train route in the US?
ANS:-Acela trains a