China's 2025 Qingming Festival saw millions hit the road 🛣️, blending seasonal tradition with modern wanderlust. With families honoring ancestors and embracing spring adventures, travel numbers soared to new heights—proving the holiday is more than just tomb-sweeping; it’s a cultural reset!
Expressways & Eco-Friendly Rides Charge Ahead
Daily expressway traffic hit 59 million vehicles—up 1.1% from last year—and 18% were electric or hybrid cars! 🌱 From viral road trips to EV charging stations popping up like bubble tea shops, green travel is officially having its ✨main character moment✨.
Railways Roll Out the Red Carpet
Sunday’s railway rush hit 20 million passenger trips with 1,214 extra trains deployed—think Taylor Swift Eras Tour-level logistics, but for temple hoppers and cherry blossom chasers 🚄🌸. Sleeper trains and high-speed rails became TikTok backdrops as Gen Z travelers turned journeys into content gold.
Cultural hotspots like Suzhou’s gardens and Xi’an’s ancient walls welcomed crowds, blending history with Insta-worthy snapshots. As one Beijing tourist put it: "Qingming’s not just about the past—it’s where tradition meets TikTok." 🎋
