Havelian section of Pakistan Railways

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**Rail Tourism on the Havelian Section – Pakistan Railways**  


The **Havelian section** of **Pakistan Railways** offers great potential for rail tourism, especially given its **historical significance, scenic landscapes, and cultural heritage**. While regular rail tourism initiatives are limited, the section has the potential to become a major attraction if properly developed.  


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### **Potential for Rail Tourism on the Havelian Section**  


#### **1. Scenic Beauty & Natural Attractions**  

- The route from **Taxila to Havelian** passes through **lush green valleys, rivers, and foothills of the Himalayas**.  

- Haripur and Abbottabad (near Havelian) are gateways to **Pakistan’s northern tourist destinations**.  

- Travelers can enjoy the changing landscape as the train moves from the **plains of Punjab to the hilly terrain of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa**.  


#### **2. Historical & Cultural Sites Along the Route**  

- **Taxila (UNESCO Heritage Site)** – Known for its **ancient Buddhist ruins and Gandhara civilization**.  

- **Wah Cantt & Hassan Abdal** – Home to **historic Sikh and Mughal-era sites**, including **Gurdwara Panja Sahib**.  

- **Haripur** – A city with **rich colonial history** and **remnants of the British era**.  


#### **3. Havelian – A Historic Railway Destination**  

- **Havelian Railway Station** is the **northernmost operational railway station in Pakistan**.  

- It was historically used for **military and trade purposes during British rule**.  

- Proposed **Pakistan-China rail link under CPEC** could further boost tourism in the region.  


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### **Rail Tourism Initiatives & Opportunities**  


Although Pakistan Railways hasn’t officially launched a dedicated rail tourism service on this section, there are **several opportunities** to develop it:  


✅ **Heritage Rail Tours** – Special steam or vintage trains for history enthusiasts.  

✅ **Scenic Train Journeys** – Luxury coaches offering a slow journey through the picturesque terrain.  

✅ **Religious Tourism Trains** – Connecting Sikh and Buddhist sites from Taxila to Hassan Abdal.  

✅ **Adventure & Eco-Tourism** – Trains linking with nearby hiking and camping destinations in Abbottabad & Nathiagali. 

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