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3 Microlog entries tagged with ‘trains’
A brief history of Japan’s vintage railways
“Historically, the shape of rail’s introduction to Japan and its development into a tourism industry mirrors that of the West. Unlike the West, steam trains have taken on a symbolic strength that permeates the culture… Melancholy, wistful, an image of the voyage and sadness of life itself.” Interesting ·
Germany’s Incredible Hanging Railway
Mark my words: I will ride this train someday. Interesting ·
Angry SA passengers burn trains
Again?? And twice in one week?? It’s no wonder the trains are late — they keep bloody burning them!! Arts & Culture ·
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