Imagine a train gliding through a building like a scene from a sci-fi movie 🎥—this is now reality in Hanoi, Vietnam! The Cat Linh-Ha Dong metro line, a jaw-dropping elevated railway project built by China Railway Sixth Group, has become the city’s newest icon since its 2021 launch.
Stretching over 13 km with 12 stations, this metro line zips through three districts, slashing travel time by nearly an hour compared to cars 🚗💨. Designed to tackle Hanoi’s notorious traffic, it’s also sparked a cultural shift: young couples even snap wedding photos at its sleek stations! 📸
By March 2025, over 34 million passengers had hopped aboard, making it a daily lifeline for locals. 'It’s not just transport—it’s progress,' says one commuter. The project, part of China-Vietnam collaboration under APEC, showcases how smart infrastructure can transform urban life 🌆✨.
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APEC Stories: Hanoi's 'Train Through Building' built by China
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