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Shi Ping Dianyue Railway Station.

Shi Ping Mini Train is a meter-gauge train located at Yilong Town Railway Station. The entire line is 29.1 km long. It departs from Shi Ping Station and passes through Renshou Village Station, Longjing Station, and Baxin Station before arriving at Jianshui Tuanshan Station. The mini train has 7 carriages, divided into lake view soft seats, soft seats, and hard seats. It can accommodate 240 people when full. It departs from Shi Ping Station at 8:30 every morning, stays at each station for 40 minutes, and the entire journey is nearly 3 hours. Shi Ping Mini Train is not only a sightseeing route, but also carries rich historical and cultural significance. It is the only meter-gauge railway in China (part of the Bishi Railway). The entire line was opened to traffic in 1936, with a total length of 72.6 km. It has created several records in the history of railway construction, including the narrowest gauge, the smallest train, the longest construction time, and the slowest speed. This railway is also one of the earliest private railways in China, reflecting the development history of China's railways. In addition, the journey of Shi Ping Mini Train also passes through lakes and mountains, rural villages, allowing passengers to enjoy the beautiful scenery while also feeling the historical vicissitudes of the Bishi Railway. Each station passed during the journey is full of exploration value. From Shi Ping Station to Jianshui Tuanshan Station, each station has its unique scenery and historical and cultural background.
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Posted: Oct 17, 2024
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