About Barog Railway Station
Barog Railway Station is a historic railway station on the UNESCO World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Railway in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Opened in 1903, it is named after Colonel Barog, the British engineer associated with Tunnel No. 33. The station features colonial-era architecture and antique railway equipment.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore a well-maintained colonial-era railway station surrounded by pine forests and mountain views. The station displays antique British-made weighing machines and ticket punching equipment. Visitors can observe toy trains halting for 10-15 minutes and access a century-old cafeteria.
Key highlights
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UNESCO World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Railway station
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Colonial-era architecture from 1903
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Antique British railway equipment on display
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Proximity to Tunnel No. 33 (Barog Tunnel)
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Scenic mountain and forest surroundings
History of Barog Railway Station
Opened in 1903 as part of the Kalka-Shimla Railway constructed by Delhi-Ambala-Kalka Railway Company. Named after Colonel Barog, British engineer who attempted to construct Tunnel No. 33. The station retains original British-era structures and equipment.
Culture & Context
Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site Kalka-Shimla Railway since 2008. Featured in Bollywood films including Metro... In Dino and All Is Well.
Route
| By train | On Kalka-Shimla Railway line; station code BOF |
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| By road | Located on National Highway 22, approximately 15-20 minutes trek from main road |