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Delhi is the hub of the Indian Railways network (tel: (011) 334 8787; web site: www.indianrailway.com). Delhi has two major railway stations, in New Delhi and Old Delhi. New Delhi station, east of Pahar Ganj (Main Bazaar) is within walking distance of Connaught Place. Main Delhi station (Old Delhi), west of Red Fort, is about seven kilometres from Connaught Place. All stations have basic waiting room and restaurant facilities. Railway stations and trains are notorious for theft, and luggage should never be left unattended.

Rail services:
Delhi offers express trains to all parts of the country. One of the most popular routes is the Shatabdi Express, which travels to Agra, Lucknow and Chandigarh. The International Tourist Bureau (tel: (011) 373 4164) at New Delhi station is for foreigners only and takes payment in US Dollars or Sterling. The main ticket office is at the IRCA building on Chelmsford Road, Pahar Ganj, between New Delhi station and Connaught Place. For a small fee, travel agents take the time-consuming bureaucracy out of the protracted business of booking rail tickets. The Indrail Pass, valid for seven to 90 days and costing US$80-1060, allows unlimited travel for the period of validity. They do not, however, dispense with the need to make advance reservations.

Transport to the city:
There are plenty of bicycle rickshaws, auto-rickshaws and taxis - pre-paid and otherwise - available at both railway stations. Prices should always be agreed in advance.




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