Darjeeling Himalayan Railway: A Journey Among the Clouds

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A visual journey that captures the rich tapestry of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, its past, present, and future.

Embark on an enchanting journey with the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

A celebration of the legendary Toy Train, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway: A Journey Among the Clouds is an anthology of curated essays that explore the historical, socio-economic, cultural, and technological facets of the DHR. The narrative is interspersed with a unique set of voices that offer a contemporary perspective on the rail route, while seamlessly blending in its history and cultural impact. The volume boasts of a collection of essays from renowned experts such as Dr Bibek Debroy, Gillian Wright, Kaveree Bamzai, Dr. Nilamber Chhetri, and Dr Aparajita Mukhopadhyay and entrepreneurial voices of Anirban Dutta, Sparsh Agarwal, and Husna-Tara Prakash, who showcase the possibility of marrying culture with commerce, especially tourism and tea plantations. But what lies at the heart of this book is the relentless pursuit of those who have preserved this marvel for generations, remarkably brought out in pieces by Dr Vinita Srivastava and Dr. Aishwarya Tipnis

With engaging storytelling, stunning visuals, and informative insights, this volume would certainly take its readers on a journey to the heart of the Himalayas.