Railway museum in Kharkiv, History and technology museum at Southern Railway Station, Kharkiv, Ukraine
The Railway Museum in Kharkiv displays locomotives, passenger and freight cars from different periods at the Southern Railway Station. The collection spans indoor exhibition halls and outdoor sections with railway equipment and rolling stock.
Founded in 1967, the museum documents the Southern Railway system beginning in the late 1800s through its development under Soviet rule. The collection shows how rail transport evolved from its early beginnings to later technological advances.
The railway shaped how Ukraine developed and connected its cities and industries over time. Visitors can see how trains became central to daily life and commerce across the country.
The museum sits near Kharkiv's main railway station and is easy to reach. Plan to visit when guided tours are available, as opening times vary throughout the week.
The museum houses the Felix Dzerzhinsky locomotive, a remarkable example of Soviet engineering from the 1930s. This locomotive represents the industrial capabilities of that era.
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