The construction of the line from Cairns to Kuranda was an engineering feat of some magnitude, which began in 1887. 1500 men built the track, carving out 106 cuttings and 15 tunnels, by hand with just picks and shovels, and building 55 bridges. The line opened in 1891.
We wound slowly up the track towards Kuranda.
Stony Creek Falls.
The view looking back towards Cairns.
We arrived at Kuranda's Federation Style Station, completed in 1915. It is a sight to behold, overflowing with many colourful rainforest plants.
Kuranda has plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities, which we rather ignored, preferring the shops displaying Aboriginal art.
These designs were just part of the pavement.
It was just delightful!
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