Tracing the World’s Second Oldest Underground Tunnel, Following London’s Legacy
The Tunnel underground funicular in Istanbul, Turkey is the world’s second oldest underground railway, and the oldest still in operation. The railway began to operate on January 17th, 1875.- three years after the first underground railway opened in London. Since then, it has been running between Beyoğlu and Karaköy, becoming an important part of the city’s history. The Tünel remains one of the oldest surviving rail lines in continental Europe and is a unique reminder of the city’s past. It is a popular tourist attraction, giving visitors a chance to experience a piece of Istanbul’s history and to take in the beauty of the city from a unique perspective.
