Vande Bharat trains are helping tourists and pilgrims reach popular destinations with faster travel times and modern facilities.
1/9The Vande Bharat Express is making it easier for people to travel to some of India’s most famous tourist destinations. The train connects several cities known for their history, religious importance and natural beauty. Passengers can visit places such as Varanasi, known for its ancient temples and ghats, Ayodhya, one of the country’s most important pilgrimage centres, and Jaipur, famous for its forts and palaces. The train also connects travellers to scenic destinations, including Kashmir, Dehradun and Goa. Vande Bharat trains are helping tourists and pilgrims reach popular destinations with faster travel times and modern facilities. Here’s a look at some of the historical, spiritual and scenic destinations that can be explored through Vande Bharat routes. (Images X)
2/9New Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat | This was the first Vande Bharat train launched in India in February 2019. Along the way, you can see vast green fields, small towns and rural landscapes. The journey starts from Delhi and ends at Varanasi, with Kanpur and Prayagraj as two stops. (Image X)
3/9Delhi-Ayodhya Vande Bharat | Those who are travelling from this route can enjoy views of towns, villages, farmlands, and rivers across Uttar Pradesh. The train starts from Anand Vihar in Delhi and stops at Khurja, Aligarh, Kanpur and Lucknow before terminating at Ayodhya. (Image YouTube)
4/9Delhi-Jammu Vande Bharat | The journey takes passengers through the states of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir. It offers views of vast farmlands, small towns, and the foothills of the Himalayas. You can also enjoy views of rolling hills and the lower Himalayan ranges.
5/9Delhi-Dehradun Vande Bharat The route takes you through cities such as Ghaziabad, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Saharanpur and Haridwar before reaching Dehradun. After Haridwar, you can enjoy views of small streams and the foothills of the Himalayas. The Shivalik hills start appearing in the distance. Near Dehradun, you can also see the beautiful Doon Valley, surrounded by hills and greenery. (Image PTI)
6/9Agra-Varanasi Vande Bharat | The route connects Agra and Varanasi, stopping at six major stations along the way – Tundla Junction, Etawah Junction, Kanpur Central and Prayagraj Junction. Along the way, you can explore farmlands, small towns and the countryside of Uttar Pradesh. (Image X)
7/9Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat | This is one of the most scenic Vande Bharat routes. This journey offers views of snow-capped mountains, deep valleys, rivers and long tunnels. You can spot the Chenab Rail Bridge, the world’s highest railway arch bridge. The route also provides stunning views of Kashmir’s natural beauty before reaching Srinagar. (Image X)
8/9Mumbai-Madgaon Vande Bharat | This route passes through the Western Ghats, one of India’s most beautiful mountain ranges. You can see green hills, waterfalls, rivers, tunnels and dense forests, especially during the monsoon season. The journey ends in Goa, known for its beaches, churches and coastal views. (Image YouTube)
9/9Jaipur-Udaipur Vande Bharat | The route connects two of Rajasthan’s most famous tourist cities. Along the way, you can see rocky hills, lakes, forts and traditional Rajasthani villages. (Image X)
