The China-Laos Railway just revved up its international game! ๐ On Saturday, authorities added a brand-new pair of trains connecting Xishuangbanna (China) and Luang Prabang (Laos) โ two hotspots for culture buffs and adventure seekers. ๐ดโจ
Running four days a week, the five-hour journey lets travelers zip between ancient temples, lush jungles, and bustling marketsโฆ all in a single day! ๐๐ธ Perfect for digital nomads or weekend explorers craving fresh stamps on their passports. ๐โ๏ธ
This upgrade comes exactly one year after the railwayโs international service first linked Kunming and Vientiane. Since then, over 180,000 passengers from 87 countries and regions have hopped aboard โ proving itโs a major player in Southeast Asiaโs travel scene. ๐๐
Part of Chinaโs Belt and Road Initiative, this 1,035-km railway is more than just tracks โ itโs a bridge between cultures, economies, and TikTok-worthy sunsets. ๐ ๐ผ Whoโs adding this to their bucket list? ๐โ๏ธ
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China-Laos Railway boosts int'l passenger service with new trains
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