LOVERS were treated to a special Valentine’s steam train trip on Sunday evening in Bulawayo by the National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ).
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The trip saw more than 120 people participating.
The steam locomotive that is normally parked at the NRZ museum was pulled out for the special trip which will now be an annual event.
The steam train went from the main railway station to Khami Railway Station.
It attracted lovers, friends and family members. Food and drinks were served in the coaches.
“We are still one of a few countries in the world that still operate steam locomotives,” said NRZ public relations manager Fanuel Masikati.
As the train meandered on its way to Khami, photographers had the opportunity to take pictures of the steaming machine.
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“This is absolutely fabulous. I am enjoying the trip so much,” remarked one man who was part of the trip.
A lady named Bridgit Ncube was celebrating her 40th birthday and was accompanied by a strong contingent of 30 composed of friends and family.
“The trip is so different. It is a very interesting safari,” said Ncube, a hairdresser by profession.
Upon arrival at the Railway Museum, lovers were welcomed by love songs from the DJ Box.
They had an opportunity to see some of the oldest locomotives in the country and then enjoyed a candle-lit dinner.
“We started the safari train last year and we plan to run it every year,” said Masikati.
