During the 2025 Qingming Festival holiday, travel across China soared to new heights! With a vibrant mix of traditional charm and modern adventure, millions of residents hit the road, making it an epic seasonal celebration.
Official estimates show that expressways handled an average of 59 million vehicles per day—a 1.1% increase compared to last year. Notably, eco-friendly new energy vehicles made up around 18% of the traffic, highlighting a growing trend towards sustainable travel. 🚗💨
The railways joined the excitement too, with the national network expecting to carry 20 million passenger trips on Sunday alone. With an additional 1,214 trains scheduled to manage the surge, it felt like a real-life blockbuster where traditional heritage meets modern mobility! 🌟
This travel boom not only underscores a renewed interest in spring tourism and cultural roots but also signals a promising shift towards greener travel options for the future.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
