Parnell Tunnel, Railway tunnel in Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand.
The Parnell Tunnel extends 344.5 meters beneath the suburb of Parnell, featuring two separate portals for railway operations through Auckland's terrain.
Construction of the first tunnel commenced in 1864, facing delays due to funding issues and land slips before its completion in February 1873.
The tunnel represents a milestone in New Zealand's railway development, connecting communities and facilitating transportation across Auckland's growing neighborhoods.
Current train operations utilize the newer double-track tunnel, while the older single-track tunnel, closed since 1930, awaits potential conversion for pedestrian use.
During World War II, the original tunnel served as an emergency shelter for Parnell residents, demonstrating its adaptation beyond transportation purposes.
Location: Waitematā
Inception: January 1, 1915
GPS coordinates: -36.86157,174.78121
Latest update: March 14, 2025 14:28
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