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My daughter R and I dropped off a load of bits and pieces to one of the local op shops last week and on the way back home we got stopped at the main road next to the Greymouth railway station while the Tranz Alpine was passing through. At the moment it seems that the carriages aren't that full but usually over Winter they are full as there is spectacular scenery between here and Christchurch.

Linking up with Weekend Reflections, the Weekend RoundupMosaic Monday and Shadow Shot Sunday.

Comments

Tigger's Mum said…
I should really put that train trip on my to-do list
I think a ride on that train would appeal to me.
magiceye said…
Beautifully composed and shot.
local alien said…
That train ride is on my bucket list. Looks awesome
Tom said…
...I love the name, KiwiRail!
Jim said…
Nice wet highway reflection, Amy. I like the train photo too.
Yes everyone has to stop for the TRAIN .. Have a great week ahead.
Fun60 said…
A train journey worth taking I imagine.
Yes the trip in winter can be quite spectacular, especially if there has been snow.
Alana said…
At least it wasn't a long line of graffiti-covered cars transporting cargo. I would love to ride on that train-we have gotten rid of so many of our train lines here in the United States. It's a disgrace.
Marie Smith said…
Love trains. It’s a family thing!
s.c said…
Nice photo. I'm surprised there aren't any barriers or anything like that.
Sharon said…
A scenic train ride sounds like a good way to relax.
Yogi♪♪♪ said…
Now I am intrigued by that train.
EricaSta said…
Interesting to read about this train...
...thank you for sharing at MosaicMonday 🌻
James said…
Cool picture and nice reflection

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