Some Hidden and Unique Rail Routes of Central UP.
1) Lucknow-Mailani-Pilibhit Route :
This route offers some of the most breathtaking natural scenic views. The train passes through open fields of Sitapur, the dense Mala Forest, the Himalayan Terai region, and the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve, providing a true sense of closeness to nature.
Train...
more... to travel: Passenger train between Mailani and Pilibhit.
2) Unnao-Balamau Route :
For agricultural nature enthusiasts, this route is a gem. The train passes through dense mango orchards and the fertile Gangetic alluvial plains, showcasing crops in all seasons. It’s a scenic journey through open fields full of crops and lined with fruitful mango trees. This route is a must-visit during the monsoon.
Trains to travel: Kanpur Balamau Passenger, Kanpur Sitapur Passenger, and Kanpur Jammu Tawi Express.
3) Mailani-Nanpara Metre Gauge Route :
Beauty of this route can't be expressed by words. Passing through the incredibly dense Dudhwa National Park, running near the international border, and featuring the nostalgic charm of metre gauge, this journey is truly unique.
The sight of a YDM-4 locomotive chugging through the quite forest creates an unparalleled sense of serene isolation in the heart of the jungle.
That silence of Jungle, that iconic sound of YDM-4, the darkness of nature, that feeling, that vibe. Ahh, can't be expressed by words.
Trains to travel: Mailani-Nanpara MG Passenger and Bichhiya Tourist Train.