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Railway Museum, Livingstone

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See Zambia’s preserved railway heritage at Railway Museum. The museum displays some of the best-preserved examples of the country’s historical forms of transport, ranging from vintage steam locomotives and ancient coaches to minor railway memorabilia. Part of the complex also includes a small museum detailing the history and tradition of the Jewish community in Zambia. Tour the museum with a professional guide and find out about the evolution of the machines, from the colonial era to the days of independence. See the detailed features on cars and trains that were once used in the region, with maps showing the railways around the country’s borders. Plan to visit Railway Museum and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Livingstone attractions using our Livingstone trip itinerary planning app .

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• By Travelzambia

  Dedicated to preserve Zambia railway heritage. Livingston was important place during first days of European settlement and begining of colonial rule. TanZam railway construction in late 1970. There is...  more »

• By Famrave

  If you are in any way interested in railways - you must visit!! It is a bit shambolic and you may have to hunt out someone to formally let you in - but what a site - a truly fantastic display of old v...  more »

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• By Andrew Siafwamu

  Great historical place ever

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• By George Milimo

  Nice place to visit

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