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The Four Tier Gallery & Pipeline, Simla, Himachal Pradesh
The Four Tier Gallery & Pipeline, Simla, near Phagli, Himachal Pradesh, India. Indian Railways Date: 1930s
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1. Title: The Four Tier Gallery & Pipeline, Simla, Himachal Pradesh, India - A Glimpse into the Past of the 1930s Railway Engineering This photograph, taken in the 1930s, showcases the Four Tier Gallery and Pipeline in Simla, near Phagli, Himachal Pradesh, India. The image, brought to us by Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the rich history of Indian Railways and the engineering marvels of the past. The Four Tier Gallery, an architectural masterpiece, is a part of the Kalka-Shimla Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Constructed during the British colonial era, the railway line was built to connect the summer capital of British India, Shimla, with the plains of Kalka. The gallery, with its four tiers, was designed to accommodate the steep gradient and the winding terrain of the region. The pipeline in the foreground of the photograph is an essential component of the railway system. It was used to transport water from the sources at Shimla to the locomotive water tanks at the Kalka end. The pipeline system was a crucial innovation that ensured the smooth operation of the trains, especially during the dry summer months. The photograph, with its intricate details, transports us back in time, allowing us to appreciate the engineering prowess and the ingenuity of the British engineers who designed and built the Kalka-Shimla Railway. The Four Tier Gallery and Pipeline stand as a testament to the past, reminding us of the rich railway heritage of India. This evocative image is not only a historical document but also a visual treat for those interested in railway history, engineering, and the architectural marvels of the past. It offers a unique perspective into the 1930s, a time when the world was on the brink of significant changes, and the railway system played a vital role in connecting people and places.
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