Jianshui: Jianshui Mini Train - Travel Through the Scenery

Another must-see attraction in Jianshui is the Jianshui Mini Train. If the Ming and Qing Dynasties left Jianshui with the Jianshui Ancient City, then the Republic of China left Jianshui with the mini train. The so-called mini train refers to the narrow gauge railway, which is only one meter wide. It is also called a meter-gauge railway, which is narrower than the standard gauge railway in China, so it is called a mini train. The Jianshui Mini Train has a long history. It was built in 1915 and is the first private railway in China, with a very unique position in history. When it was first built, it was not even a meter-gauge railway, but a narrow-gauge railway, a truly miniature train. The Jianshui Mini Train currently runs for about 13 kilometers, starting from Lin'an Station next to the Jianshui Ancient City, passing through Shuanglong Bridge and Xianghui Bridge, and ending at Tuanshan Station. The mini train travels through the mountains and rivers of Jianshui, a land rich in resources. The mini train running through the fields has become the most beautiful scenery. We took the mini train, and the clanging sound was fascinating. The mini train does not run fast, which would be annoying if you are in a hurry, but it is perfect as a tourist line. We had plenty of time to take photos of the scenery and group photos, and we could sit and daze after taking photos. It was a very slow-paced healing journey. Next, we will visit each station and the scenery along the way.