Railways in USA and Canada
Indiana is located in the Midwestern region of the United States. The state’s capital and largest city, Indianapolis, is famous for hosting the Indianapolis 500, one of the world’s most prestigious auto races, as well as being home to the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Other large cities are Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Indiana …
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South Dakota, located in the Midwestern region of the United States, is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, including the iconic Mount Rushmore National Memorial, where the faces of four U.S. presidents are carved into the granite cliffs. The state is bisected by the Missouri River, dividing South Dakota into two geographically and socially distinct …
North Dakota is located in the Upper Midwest of the United States. It is bordered by the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba to the north and by the U.S. states of Minnesota to the east, South Dakota to the south, and Montana to the west. North Dakota has a relatively small population compared to …
Pennsylvania is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and significant contributions to the United States. The state of Pennsylvania was named after William Penn – an Englishman who founded the British colony of Pennsylvania in 1681. The capital of the state is Harrisburg. The biggest city is Philadelphia. There are many trains in Pennsylvania …
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Arkansas is a state in the South Central region of the Southern United States. There are several tourist and narrow-gauge railways operating within the state. The Texas Eagle train operated daily by Amtrak between n Chicago, Illinois, and San Antonio, Texas stops at six railway stations in Arkansas. There are no commuter trains in Arkansas. …
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Wyoming is the least populous state in the USA. Currently, there are no passenger trains in Wyoming. Amtrak trains do not stop in the state of Wyoming. There are railway lines in the state, but are used only for freight transport. There is a park railway in the Terry Bison Ranch. The ranch is located …
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Arizona is the six largest state in the United States of America with predominantly urban population. Arizona is well known for spectacular landforms such as Grand Canyon. There are some tourist trains in Arizona. In the capital of the state – Phoenix – there is a people mover to airport. Three Amtrak trains travel through …
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Iowa is a Midwestern state in the United States known for its vast plains, rolling hills, and agriculture. The state capital is Des Moines. There are long-distance trains in Iowa operated by Amtrak, tourist railways and the funicular in Des Moines. There are six Amtrak stations in Iowa: Burlington, Creston, Fort Madison, Mt. Pleasant, Osceola …
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Alaska is the largest state in the United States by area, known for its vast wilderness, stunning natural landscapes, and unique wildlife. It is located in the northwest extremity of North America, bordered by Canada to the east and the Arctic Ocean to the north. Alaska is famous for its rugged terrain, including mountains, glaciers, …
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Utah, located in the western United States, is known for its diverse landscapes, ranging from arid deserts to snow capped mountains. Utah is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering world-class skiing and snowboarding resorts in the Wasatch Mountains, including Park City and Deer Valley. The state is also home to five stunning national parks: Arches, …
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