Impossible Railways

Transportation in major cities is kept running with the help of railway engineering.

Railway engineers have faced nature's obstacles, from a San Diego canyon, to a Swiss peak, to conquer jungles, deserts and mountains.

Rail bridges have provided enthusiasts and non-enthusiasts alike with thrills.

Mountain railways across the globe feature vertiginous heights, breathtaking views and seemingly impossible physical challenges.

Since the beginning of railways, innovators have embraced the demand for faster transport.

Out of necessity, inventors and engineers have overcome the obstacle of water with coastal tracks, allowing passengers to cross large bodies of water by train.