Move over, Netflix binges – travelers in 2026 are trading screens for real-life cinematic adventures! The historic Jiayang steam train in Sichuan has become this season’s hottest ticket, with visitors flocking to experience its cherry-blossom-lined tracks amid a nationwide 'China Travel with Chinese Films' trend.
🚂 Why the hype? Built in 1958, this coal-powered relic chugs through Leshan’s bamboo forests and tea fields, offering Instagram-worthy vistas of blooming rapeseed flowers. But this year, it’s gained new fame as film buffs recreate scenes from movies shot along the route.
Local guide Li Wei tells us: 'It’s like stepping into a living postcard – the pistachio-green hills, the whistle echoing through valleys. People are bringing vintage cameras, wearing qipao dresses… even reciting classic film lines!' 📸
With daily ridership up 40% since January, officials have added sunset viewing cars and film-themed snack boxes. Pro tip: Book early – these 19.84km journeys sell out faster than concert tickets!
