Scenic winding railway across Hai Van Pass

May 10, 2018 | 13:32
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The stretch of railway winding through Hai Van pass is considered the most difficult section on the north-south rail route and impresses visitors with its stunning scenic views.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Hai Van Pass is a part of the Truong Son mountain range in the central region of Vietnam. It is located between Thua Thien Hue province and Da Nang city. Pictured, the train climbs toward the tunnel passing through the mountain in Hai Van Nam, Da Nang.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Hai Van Pass has a total length of 21km with its highest peak reaching 496 metres above sea level. Transport by road and rail are difficult due to the mountainous terrain.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
The winding Hai Van railway stops at different stations along its path such as Kim Lien, Hai Van Nam, Kim Lien, Lang Co, and Hai Van Bac.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
The railway passes over 18 bridges and through six tunnels. Most trains crossing the Hai Van Pass travel at a slow speed.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
The train ride provides great views of the sea below.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
The railway is bordered by rising mountains and steep drops on either side
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Panoramic natural landscapes seen from the train crossing Hai Van pass.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
View of a stream flowing into the sea.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
The railway station in Bac Hai Van
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Scenic winding railway across Hai Van Pass
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Scenic winding railway across Hai Van Pass
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Scenic winding railway across Hai Van Pass
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Lang Co beach in ThuaThien Hue.
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Lang Co station, the last stop along the winding Hai Van railway
scenic winding railway across hai van pass
Scenic winding railway across Hai Van Pass

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