A type of rock from which iron can be extracted.
iron ore
A country in Northwest Africa.
Mauritania
What is the main purpose of the train?
To transport iron ore from the mines to the port.
Where are the iron ore mines located?
In Zouérat.
Where does the train journey end?
At the port of Nouadhibou.
How long is the train?
About 2.5 kilometers.
How much iron ore can the train carry?
17,000 tons.
What is the train also called?
It's also called "The world's most extreme railway".
Apart from iron ore, what else does the train carry?
people/ passengers/ tourists
How often does the train operate between Zouérat and Nouadhibou?
every day
What type of environment does the train travel through?
A desert environment / The Sahara Desert.
What is the name of the country where this train operates?
Mauritania.
What is the name of the desert region the train travels through?
The Sahara Desert.
How many cars does the train have?
More than 200 cars.
Why do the Mauritanians rely on the train?
To see their family, to sell their goods and to search for work.
How long does the train journey take?
16 to 21 hours, one way.
