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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
CHENGDU, May 19 (Xinhua) — The first themed tourist train dedicated to the legendary Sanxingdui ruins was launched in Chengdu, capital of southwest China’s Sichuan Province, on Sunday.
Departing from Chengdu East Railway Station, the train will take 18 minutes to reach the Sanxingdui Ruins and about two hours to reach Jiuzhaigou Valley, two of Sichuan Province’s most famous landmarks. The train will make 13 round trips daily, carrying about 30,000 passengers a day.
Decorated with images of iconic bronze objects found at the Sanxingdui ruins, the train resembles a mobile museum and immerses passengers in the culture of the Bronze Age. A professional guide from the Sanxingdui Museum explains the history of the excavation of the ruins, the artifacts recovered from there, and the cultural significance of this unique site.
“It’s so exciting!” says Zhou Wen, one of the first passengers on the theme train. “Every detail in the carriage makes us feel like we’ve returned to the ancient Shu Kingdom.” “It’s a rich and unforgettable experience,” she admits.
The Sanxingdui ruins are believed to date back to the Shu Kingdom, which existed 4,500-3,000 years ago.
Jiuzhaigou Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracts tourists with its waterfalls, lush forests, serene highland lakes and karst cliffs. -0-