Ffestiniog Travel: 'Burma Adventure'- an exotic destination to explore by rail

摘要

The remarkable thing about railways is their extensive reach across the globe. Man's engineering skills and sheer determination and effort to build them were pioneering and the first step in connecting the world on a global scale - centuries before the World Wide Web. These railways, many of which are narrow gauge and weave through what must have been hostile, and seemingly inaccessible landscapes, are now'must do' rail holiday journeys for those seeking incredible, scenic views, a taste of foreign culture and history, and who simply enjoy the nostalgia of travelling by train. One such country which is now emerging as a popular tourist destination is Myanmar (formerly Burma), thanks to its easing political climate, which boasts some wonderful 2ft- and metre-gauge railways. Ffestiniog Travel is running its first escorted 20-day tour to Myanmar in January 2016, led by railway aficionado Michael Whitehouse, who has travelled extensively around the country.