Hey travel enthusiasts! 🌏 Did you hear? The Chinese mainland's railway network just hit a record during the first half of the 2024 Spring Festival travel rush! 🚄 From January 26 to February 14, a whopping 230 million passenger trips were made. That's like moving the entire population of Brazil and then some! 😲
On Thursday alone, the railway transported 15.16 million passengers, breaking the record for the highest single-day passenger volume during the Spring Festival rush. Talk about hustle and bustle! 🎉 And the momentum isn't slowing down. On Friday, they're expecting to move another 15.3 million passengers, adding extra trains to meet the soaring demand. 🛤️
As the Spring Festival holiday wraps up, everyone's on the move back to the cities. Major hubs like Beijing, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Shanghai are buzzing with activity. Whether it's students returning to campuses 📚, professionals heading back to work 💼, or families reuniting, the vibe is electric!
Some of the busiest routes are between major cities like Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Beijing, Shanghai, and the Chongqing-Chengdu area. If you're traveling around these areas, expect some company! 😉
To keep things running smoothly, railway departments across the country are adding extra trains, ensuring timely departures, and enhancing services onboard. Big shoutout to all the railway workers making this possible! 🙌
Fun fact: The Spring Festival, which fell on February 10 this year, is the biggest traditional festival in the Chinese mainland. The travel rush, known as Chunyun, is often called the world's largest annual human migration. Pretty wild, right? 🌟
So next time you're caught in traffic or waiting for a train, just remember the incredible journey millions are making across Asia's vast landscapes. Safe travels to all! ✈️🚆🚗
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China sees 230m railway trips in first half of 2024 Spring Festival rush
cgtn.com
