Konkan Railway

Konkan Railway which boasts to offer an unforgettable trip down through the Konkan Region has :

· a route length of 760Kms (Roha to Mangalore)

· 1,798 total bridges (168 are major bridges including 2 running through Udyavar)

· Gigantic viaducts which are said to be construction marvels

· 88 tunnels, the longest being 6.5km.

· Connectivity to Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka and Kerala states.
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There are 53 stations on the line; the more important ones in Karnataka are Karwar, Ankola, Gokarna Road, Kumta, Honnavar, Bhatkal, Kundapur, Udupi and Mangalore.
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Interestingly Karnataka got its name from Karu Nadu, meaning 'lofty land'. It is called so since most of Karnataka is situated on the western edge of the Deccan plateau.
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If you are traveling by A/C coach it is fine. If not, you better cover your head to protect from thickening of hair due to dust and smoke. In addition, do ensure that you carry a pair of ear plugs against noise especially during night times while passing through the tunnels. Traveling by A/C coach is quite comfortable. Usual duration of the journey is 15 hours. If you are traveling during rainy seasons, be ready with your camera to click photographs of seasonal water falls here and there.
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Now, Have you ever travelled on Konkan Railway? If yes, why not share your interesting experiences on Konkan Railway? We are eager to hear from you!

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Photo by: Studio Shanthala, Udyavara.