15 Unique Railway Stations in India That You Shouldn’t Miss Traveling To!

Do you love traveling? You must have had many a memorable train journeys to your list of experiences. Bet, you have hardly ever taken some time out to take a look around the station after getting down from the train. Most of us are in a hurry to reach the hotel or long for a sightseeing tour. But railway stations have their own stories to tell that you mustn’t miss! These chaotic places, bustling with hawkers, and amidst the entire hullabaloo that you would like to hurry past after a long train journey, have a charm of their own. Let’s take a look at the

15 unique railway stations in India that you must pay a visit:

Bhawani Mandi Railway Station:

Can you ever imagine a station which is very much a part of two different states? Yes, this station is a kind of border between Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. The entrance to the station and the waiting room for the passengers are in the state of Rajasthan whereas the booking counters are in Madhya Pradesh. Interesting, isn’t it?

Gorakhpur Railway Station: 

You must have read about this station in your elementary school G.K. book. It is the world’s longest railway platform. It stretches for around 1.35 kilometers. It is an important junction of North Indian railways.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus: 

You must have seen this station in many Indian movies. It is an architectural marvel, which has been marked as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a perfect example of Gothic Revival architecture accentuated with Indian traditional architecture. Complete with turrets, domes, pointed arches, and a great planning to top it all, this station is a place of admiration for all tourists.

Ghum Railway Station: 

It is a small station atop the Himalayas. Built at a height of approximately 7, 407 ft, Ghum is the 14th highest railway station in the world. It is the meeting point of roads that lead to Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kurseong, and Mongpu. Standing at the station you can marvel at the scenic beauty around.

Royapuram Railway Station:

It is the oldest operational station in the country! It is also the first in South India. Imagine the thrill that was experienced by the people when the first train started its journey from the station back in June 1856.

New Delhi Railway Station: 

It is a station that beats others in terms of technology. According to Guinness World Records, it has the largest route relay interlocking system. This system helps in diverting trains safely when there is a high traffic volume.

Rashidpura Khori Railway Station: 

People of Rashidpura Khori manage and maintain this railway station themselves! As this is a small station and the Indian Railways did not get substantial income from it, it was shut down back in the year 2005. But the locals petitioned to the Indian Railways and conditionally pursued to run the station.

Cuttack Railway Station: 

Is it a fort or a railway station? This station has been renovated and made to look like a 14th-century Barabati fort. It is a unique amalgamation of beauty and grandeur. If you ever visit Cuttack, find yourself amidst high pillars and walls of a fort.

Sarnath Railway Station: 

As you enter Sarnath, you will get a feel of the ancient culture and history of the Sanchi Stupa by looking at the station. The essence of the journey ahead begins at the station itself.

Manwal Station: 

It is the first station in India to operate on green energy. Solar energy powers the station situated in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. You will get this station en route Jammu-Udhampur rail route. There are a total of 28 solar panels installed to run the lighting and the fans of the waiting rooms and booking counters.

Vashi:

It is a station that has a built-in commercial complex. There is a proper IT park in the station itself! The building above the station or railway lines houses many IT companies and technology offices.

Kanpur Railway Station:

The Kanpur Central railway station is one of the largest in the country. It has been renovated in the design of Lucknow’s Charbagh, the magnificent palace. It is a busy station that calculates around 1.5 lakh passengers each day!

Shrirampur and Belapur Stations: 

Both the stations in Assam share the same location! Whether you want to get down at Shrirampur or Belapur, you are at the same station. This unique station is located in Maharashtra at the Ahmednagar district.

Wellington:

It’s New Zealand in India! Wellington station is in the hill station Ooty. It is a beautiful place that resembles the scenery of New Zealand. Ooty is itself a beautiful hill station and you can start from its station itself!

 

Venkatanarashimharajuvaripeta:

Oh! That indeed is a long name. It is, in fact, the station in India with the longest name. The station would probably be far behind before you could spell its name from the train window!

So, have you ever been to any of these or any other railway stations in the country with unique characteristics? Share your stories of the railway station that enthralled you.