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A Complete Statistics On Indian Railway Networks
The Rail Transport Museum is a must for rail buffs. There are models of
train engines and coaches and it is a train-lovers delight. Its pride is a
model of India's very first train, a steam engine that made its journey
from Mumbai to Thane in 1853. The locomotives here are all displayed in
the open although there is a museum as well, which is a storehouse of
information on the history of railways in India.
It is spread out over an area of 10 acres and is a popular attraction.
The fine outdoor museum has on view a range of locomotives and carriages
ranging over the 150 years of the railways in India. A toy train takes
children around the museum.
The Collection
Its vintage displays include the oldest locomotive in the world-still
working; the Viceregal Dining Car (1889) and the Prince of Wales Saloon
(1875), Maharaja of Mysore's Saloon (1899), Maharaja of Baroda's Saloon
(1886). The royal saloons are definitely worth a look for the elaborate
interior design. To enter the royal saloons one has to buy a ticket.
The star attraction is the Fairy Queen, built in 1855, and considered to
be the best preserved steam locomotive engines of her age. Children can
enjoy a ride on the miniature rail track.