Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog railway is world’s highest cog railway. Cog rails use cog wheels to climb steep slopes, are different than conventional ‘adhesion’ type rails. This train runs officially from 1891 and has a very good safety record. You’ll never get bored on this three hours trip toward the peak for ever changing landscapes from temperate region to Alpine Tundra. Every layer has its unique features. As you move upwards nature unveils its hidden treasures. Let’s have a look from beginning of the journey up to the summit 14,110 ft in pictures. Photo credits: Saad Haider
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