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New train route to connect Turkey with Georgia and Azerbaijan
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I always get excited when new rail routes open up.
In my opinion, there is no better way to travel than by train. And when countries that are normally difficult to traverse by other means suddenly open up a new rail route, it makes travel and exploration all that much easier.
This will be the case in 2009 when work is completed on a rail link that will connect the Turkish city of Kars to Georgia, Azerbaijan, and onwards to China. The $600 million project, which was approved early this year, sadly excludes Armenia--a political oversight blamed on continued bad relations between Armenia and Turkey.
Nonetheless, the rail project opens up a very exciting new route that is no longer dependent on local buses and decrepit ferries. Instead, adventurous travelers can now embark on a simple rail journey through some very difficult, yet extremely rewarding countries.
Filed under: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkey, Georgia, Transportation
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Troy Oct 5th 2008 3:30PM
Azeri trains are indeed an experience. While working there I would often take the night train up to Shaki and Qax to enjoy some hiking and camping in the Caucasus. Train rides that would take all night to travel the 250kms up there.
If you do find yourself traveling in the area and taking a train, try Plastkart and get to know the locals.
kira Nov 6th 2009 9:56AM
hello. can you tell me when this project is completed and how i can book tickets? will be there a train connecting istanbul with georgia or it is neccesary to travel to kars? thank you in advance!
bath mate Dec 18th 2009 3:17PM
Thank you for posting.
it is really helpful to all.
such a nice topics.
Bathmate