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52 Years of Oasis Secrets
The historic railway carriage at Kharga Station tells the story of the Oasis Railway, which connected the city to the Nile Valley for nearly 52 years. The line opened in 1908 and stretched for almost 197 kilometres, with the journey taking between eight and twelve hours across the desert. The train carried residents, traders and supplies, and was used by British forces during the First World War. It was also tied to stories and milestones in the history of the oasis. The railway ceased operating in 1961, when the paved road opened and bus services began. A development plan announced in 2021 aims to turn the old station into a tourist and archaeological attraction.
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