Mauritania's Iron Ore Train has recently gained popularity due to a viral TikTok trend, attracting travelers to its harsh, but visually stunning 437-mile route across the Sahara. The train, crucial for the country’s economy, has operated since the 1960s, transporting vast amounts of iron ore. Tourists are drawn to its open-air cars, often opting to ride on top while enduring tough conditions. Despite challenges, such as lack of resources and safety measures, participants frame the experience as an adventurous bucket-list item amid the dramatic desert backdrop.
The Iron Ore Train has become a viral TikTok trend where tourists ride on top of loaded cars instead of the designated passenger car, showcasing its dramatic landscapes.
Despite being a vital transport for iron ore, riding the Iron Ore Train is portrayed as a harsh adventure with risks framed as appealing experiences for thrill-seeking tourists.
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