There are some train-routes that became legendary during the past. In former times they were real means of transportation for long-distance travel. Nowadays their main purpose is tourism. In some countries (e.g. Russia) they still are important parts of their transport systems.
... sailed up it to Albany, discovered Hudson Bay
Alexander von Humboldt, (1769-1859), explored Central and South America, visited Siberia
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Helge Ingstad, (1899-2001), ...