| 词条 | Podi Menike |
| 释义 |
| box_width = | name = Podi Manike පොඩි මැණිකේ | logo = | logo_width = | image = | image_width = | caption = | type = Inter-city rail | status = Running | locale = Sri Lanka | predecessor = | first = | last = | successor = | operator = Sri Lanka Railways | formeroperator= Ceylon Government Railway | ridership = | start = Colombo Fort | stops = | end = Badulla | distance = 290 km (180 mi.) | journeytime = 05.55 AM From Colombo Fort, reaches Badulla at 16:06 | frequency = Daily | trainnumber = 1005 (Colombo Fort-Badulla) 1006 (Badulla-Colombo Fort)[1] | class = Air Conditioned First Class Second Class Second Class Reserved Economy Class | access = | seating = | sleeping = | autorack = | catering = | observation = Yes | entertainment= | baggage = | otherfacilities= | stock = | gauge = {{RailGauge|66in|lk=on}} | el = | speed = | owners = Sri Lanka Railways | routenumber = 1005 and 1006 | map = {{Sri Lankan Main Line|inline=1}} | map_state = collapsed }} "Podi Manike" (Sinhala:පොඩි මැණිකේ, meaning "Little Maiden") is a Sri Lankan passenger train running from Colombo Fort to Badulla. This journey covers about 300 km and is renowned for being the most beautiful train journey in Sri Lanka, especially the stretch from Nanuoya to Ella . It takes about 10 hours to complete the journey. The train follows the hill-country line, a route developed by the British in the 19th century through scenic mountains. The route features bridges, long tunnels, high slopes and gradients. ServicesThe train offers three classes, of which the first class observation car is very popular with tourists. The train also includes a buffet car.[2]
RouteThe Podi Menike travels the length of Sri Lanka Railways' Main Line through the hill country. The Podi Menike begins its eastbound service at Colombo Fort Station and runs east and north past Ragama, Gampaha, Veyangoda, and Polgahawela. At Rambukkana, the Main Line begins its steep climb into the hills of the upcountry. Between Balana and Kadugannawa, the track clings to the side of sheer cliffs, offering passengers views of Batalegala ('Bible' Rock). The train then continues its climb through tea country, connecting market centers at Gampola, Nawalapitiya, and Hatton before reaching Nanu-Oya. This is the connection to the former colonial resort of Nuwara Eliya, still visited for its temperate climate, classic hotels, and British-style gardens. The Podi Menike continues its ascent to the summit at Pattipola, 6,226 feet above sea level, before descending past Bandarawela to Badulla Terminus. In the upcountry, passengers have views of the tea gardens, mountains and valleys, cascading torrents and waterfalls. Rolling stockHistoryA Class M6 Diesel electric locomotive was used in this train. An Observation saloon was attached at the end. Romanian-built ASTRA passenger coaches are used.[3]. This service is now carried out by Class S12 DMUs. PresentThe service upgraded in 2013, as new long-haul diesel multiple units from China South Locomotive & Rolling Stock Corporation imported to serve the upcountry route. Observation car is now replaced with an Air Conditioned First Class (AFC) carriage. See also
References1. ^{{cite web |url=http://www.slrfc.org/sri-lanka-railways-timetable |title=Sri Lanka Railways Timetable |publisher=Slrfc.org |date= |accessdate=2012-02-28 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120104214638/http://www.slrfc.org/sri-lanka-railways-timetable |archivedate=2012-01-04 |df= }} 2. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.seat61.com/SriLanka.htm |title=A beginner's guide to Train travel in Sri Lanka . . . |publisher=Seat61.com |date=2012-01-01 |accessdate=2012-02-28}} 3. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.infolanka.com/org/mrail/slrails.html |title=The Railways of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) |publisher=Infolanka.com |date= |accessdate=2012-02-28}} 1 : Named passenger trains of Sri Lanka |
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