The Castle Line Atlas of South Africa: A Series of 16 Plates, Printed in Colour, Containing 30 Maps and Diagrams (Classic Reprint) Hardcover – August 24, 2018

The distant rails of South Africa come alive in color and detail.This atlas presents a vivid collection of 16 colour plates with 30 maps and diagrams, tracing the country’s railway networks, routes, and key towns. It blends historical notes with practical route information for a clear view of how South Africa connected its towns and resources.This edition focuses on the Cape Colony networks, including Western, Midland, and Eastern systems, and covers Natal, Delagoa Bay, and Beira routes. It also describes passenger arrangements, fares, and the growing importance of rail travel in the region’s development, alongside glimpses of early settlement and transport history. Color plates and maps that illustrate major railways, stations, and connections across districtsRoute distances, branches, and junctions for Cape Colony, Natal, and Delagoa Bay linesNotes on fares, baggage allowances, and travel options by rail and coachHistorical context about early transport, settlements, and the growth of South Africa’s transportation networkIdeal for readers of transport history, map enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the development of railways in South Africa. Read more