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    Photos: Russian enthusiast builds his own mini-railway

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    Photos: Russian enthusiast builds his own mini-railway

    It took more than 10 years to build with the help of a few other enthusiasts

    Published:  July 26, 2020 15:49 Compiled by Nathaniel Lacsina, Senior Web Editor  and  AP
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    Ulyanovka, Russia: For Pavel Chilin, building his own railway was the fulfillment of a childhood dream. Image Credit: AP
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    It took the 62-year-old electrical engineer more than 10 years to build a 350-meter (383-yard)-long narrow-gauge railway twisting through the grounds of his steads about 50 kilometers (some 30 miles) outside St. Petersburg. Image Credit: AP
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    It has various branches, dead ends, circuit loops, and even three bridges. Image Credit: AP
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    The design of his steam train is based on a classic example from the early 20th century. Image Credit: AP
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    Chilin built it with the help of a few other enthusiasts and railway fans, and some neighbors who brought him metal parts and other materials. Image Credit: AP
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    "I've been excited about railways and trains since my childhood and always wanted to have my own one," Chilin said. "Finally, I my dream came true." Image Credit: AP
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    His railway quickly became a hit with both adults and children, who are eager to test the train and enjoy a slow journey. Image Credit: AP
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    One of the visitors, 9-year-old Alexei Lebedintsev, was delighted to find that the train was "like a real one." Image Credit: AP
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    "It was very interesting for me to try this train because I also want to become an engineer," he said. Image Credit: AP
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    Chilin said it took him a lot of resolve and determination to complete the project. Image Credit: AP
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    "Another little secret is to switch off your computer and a smartphone for a while in order to be able to concentrate on one important thing," Chilin said. Image Credit: AP
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    He said he and his friends are now busy building a steamboat and are also planning to make a steam plane. Image Credit: AP

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