The Majestic Khyber Pass,Pakistan-Dedicated to brave Inhabitant of this land & the Khyber Rifles

the Splendor & Glory of the Majestic Khyber Pass which has fascinated Generations across the globe with its fact & fiction for Centuries holds its ground among the rugged terrain of the Hindu Kush.
...This land has the honour to bear the foot print of many Legends from Alexander, Chengiz Khan, Taimur Leng, Baber, Sher Shah Suri to this day of many renowned dignitaries, Royalties & Leaders of our age from across the globe such as Quaid-e-Azam, Lady Diana, Shah of Iran, The Imperial Family, Jackelyn Kennedy to name a few....attracted because of its history, splendor & glamor.
...This place also holds one of the greatest marvels of the engineering with one of the highest Rail system in the world built at an altitude of 4500 feet. Not only this but the track runs through astonishing 94 bridges & 34 tunnels (which length to 8km of darkness alone) on a mere 42 km track uphill pushed by two vintage steam engines testifying to its challenge & accomplishment. It also holds the World Record for being the only track in the world that crosses a runway (Peshawar Airport).
...The people of this area are very Humble, Polite, Traditional, Obedient & Courteous beyond limits. They go to far of an extent to welcome one with an open heart regardless of the income or affordability. They live by the code & prefer to die with it then to have it violated.
This video is dedicated to these brave souls & the Khyber Rifles who are the Guardians of Torkham & Khyber Pass

...every rock, every hill has its own story......Winston Churchill 1897 upon Khyber Pass

...its not the place but the People who make that place.......Rehanullah Tareen 2009 upon Khyber Pass

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