Islamic Republic of Iran Railways - Wikipedia
The Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (abbreviated as IRIR, or sometimes as RAI, or as IRI Railway) (Persian: راهآهن جمهوری اسلامی ایران, romanized: Râh âhan-e Jomhuri-ye Eslâmi-ye Irân) is the national state-owned railway system of Iran.
Trans-Iranian Railway - Wikipedia
The Trans-Iranian Railway (Persian: راهآهن سراسری ایران, romanized: Râh-âhan Sarâsari Irân) was a major railway building project started in Pahlavi Iran in 1927 and completed in 1938, under the direction of the then-Iranian monarch Reza Shah.
History of rail transport in Iran - Wikipedia
The railroad was built with rail weighing 67 pounds per yard (33 kg/m) and required more than 3000 bridges. There were 126 tunnels in the Zagros mountains. The longest was 1.5 miles. Grades averaged 1.5 percent south of Tehran, but then increased to 2.8 percent to cross the 7,270-foot pass between Tehran and the Caspian Sea.
The story behind the Trans-Iranian Railway, one of the greatest ... - CNN
Aug 15, 2021 · When the European conflict of World War II ended in May 1945, aid convoys to Russia ceased and USATC handed control of the Trans-Iranian Railway back to Britain, which quickly passed it on to...
One of the most scenic railways in the world spans Iran
Mar 24, 2022 · One of the most scenic railways in the world spans Iran. The UNESCO World Heritage Trans-Iranian railway crosses four distinct climates—and challenges stereotypes of this long isolated...
Trans-Iranian Railway Railway & Bridges | Destination Iran
Apr 25, 2023 · During the Nazi regime, Germany supported the construction of the trans-Iranian railway. Hitler came to Iran’s aid because he needed Iran’s railways to attack the Soviet Union. Later, during World War II, the Allied forces used these stations to send weapons to Russia.
Trans-Iranian Railway - UNESCO World Heritage
The Trans-Iranian Railway connects the Caspian Sea in the northeast with the Persian Gulf in the southwest crossing two mountain ranges as well as rivers, highlands, forests and plains, and four different climatic areas.
Ocean access for landlocked Central Asian countries in Iranian rail ...
2 days ago · Iran is planning to build 3,200 kilometres of new rail tracks in order to form nine corridors across the country. In total, the corridors will have a length of approximately 17,000 kilometres. Central Asian countries could get a direct route to the Indian Ocean. Tehran is aiming at a quick completion of the project to
Trans-Iranian Railway - ADVENTURE IRAN Official Website
Aug 7, 2021 · Trans-Iranian Railway (UNESCO) connects the northeast of Iran to the southwest through one of the longest scenic routes.
Travel Through Iran by Train; A Comprehensive Guide - Destination Iran
Jun 9, 2024 · With the trans-Iranian railway system, you can travel through Iran by train and enjoy comfortable and scenic journeys. This post serves as a comprehensive guide to train travel in Iran, covering historical background, popular routes and destinations, ticket booking, onboard experiences, and practical tips for a smooth journey.