https://ph.trip.com/moments/detail/kunming-29-129905687
MaxSUnited States
vipIconPotential creator
levelIconTravel master

High Speed Train Transit Journey: From Yunnan of China To Vientiane

#chinatransit The high-speed rail line from Yunnan to Laos is the China-Laos Railway, which connects Kunming in Yunnan Province, China, and Vientiane, Laos. It has a total length of about 1,035 kilometers and a design speed of 160 kilometers per hour. The Sino-Lao Railway consists of Kunyu Section, Yuma Section and Mowan Section. Among them, the Kunyu Section from Kunming South Railway Station to Yuxi Station has a total length of 79 kilometers and a design speed of 200 kilometers per hour; the Yuma Section from Yuxi Station to Mohan Station has a total length of 507 kilometers and a design speed of 160 kilometers per hour; the Mowan Section from Moding Station to Vientiane South Railway Station has a total length of 418 kilometers and a design speed of 160 kilometers per hour. The impact of the opening of the old and middle-aged railway on tourism and economic development The opening of the China-Laos Railway has greatly promoted cross-border tourism and economic development.It has brought new tourism opportunities to areas along the route, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists, especially elderly tourists.Data show that since this year, tourist orders from ASEAN countries to Xishuangbanna have increased by more than 250% year-on-year, of which the number of tourists from Thailand and Malaysia has increased significantly. In addition, the opening of the China-Lao Railway has also significantly improved the efficiency of cargo transportation. In January this year, more than 29,900 people entered and left the country through the China-Lao Railway, an increase of 63% year-on-year; the import and export goods transported through the China-Lao Railway reached 478,000 tons, with a cargo value of 1.33 billion yuan, an increase of 7% and 2% year-on-year, respectively. The tourism value of the old and middle-aged railways The Sino-Lao Railway has beautiful scenery along the way, with 8 stations, each with a unique landscape and historical and cultural background.For example, the Nanuo Terraces at Yuanjiang Station, the Tropic of Cancer Sign Garden and Bixi Ancient Town in Mojiang, the tea and coffee gardens in Pu'er, the wild Asian Elephant Observation Area in Wild Elephant Valley, and the tropical rainforest and Dai customs of Xishuangbanna all provide travelers with a rich travel experience. In addition, the China-Laos Railway also provides multilingual services and other convenient facilities for international tourists, such as medical emergency points and ATMs, which greatly enhance the travel experience of international tourists.
Posted: Mar 6, 2025
_ti***3n
1 person found this moment helpful
Submit
1
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Wild Elephant Valley

4.3/58784 reviews | Natural scenery
Jinghong
2025 Global 100 – Family-Friendly Attractions
Immediate access | Book now for today
PHP 468.88
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Wild Elephant Valley

🐘 Wild Elephant Valley Guide – Xishuangbanna, China

joeypunnn
Xishuangbanna Dai Garden

4-Day 3-Night Lazy Travel Guide to Xishuangbanna | Explore "Little Thailand" and Experience Southeast Asian Charm

Enigma*Seeker!42
Wild Elephant Valley

Xishuangbanna

LanceLee
Wild Elephant Valley

Xishuangbanna Family Trip: 6 Days of Fun!

66亲子旅行
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden

A Romantic Date with Time

The Hungry Wayfarer
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden

"Pretending to be in Southeast Asia? Welcome to Xishuangbanna!"

William Mitchell~61
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden

Hurry and save this 4-day, 3-night Xishuangbanna travel guide!

LANCE WALTERS
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden

Starlit Nights, A Place You'll Never Want to Leave

CrystalRain44444
Wild Elephant Valley

Youth Never Ends! Ultimate Xishuangbanna Graduation Trip Guide

Paisley_Parker61
Wild Elephant Valley

Xishuangbanna 5 Days 4 Nights In-Depth Tour | Rainforest Adventure Starting from Hangzhou

Enchantingwhisper
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden

#Xishuangbanna Trip Xishuangbanna is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Yunnan Province, China, renowned for its tropical rainforests, Dai culture, rich flora and fauna resources

Ward Ella 95
Wild Elephant Valley

Ultimate Xishuangbanna Travel Guide: Your One-Stop Resource for a Perfect Trip

PetLover123#