India

Exploring India's Earliest Railway Stations

Image credits: Getty

Royapuram Railway Station, Chennai

On July 1, 1856, this station initiated South India's railway service, launching the first train from Royapuram to Walajah Road, Arcot, Tamil Nadu.
 

Image credits: Getty

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

Once known as Victoria Terminus, Mumbai's railway station holds the honor of being India's oldest, celebrated for its architecture as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Image credits: Getty

Howrah Railway Station

Constructed in 1852, Kolkata serves as a vital transportation center in eastern India, boasting 23 platforms, the highest number among all stations nationwide.

Image credits: Getty

Old Delhi Railway Station

Established in 1864, this station started with a broad-gauge train from Calcutta, featuring 16 platforms, and serves as a significant transport hub.

Image credits: Getty

Jaipur Railway Station

Constructed in 1875, this station embodies the Pink City's essence, situated at 428 meters elevation, and stands as a bustling hub in North India.
 

Image credits: Getty
Find Next One