China Train Travel: Modern Speed & Nostalgic Charm

Chinas infrastructure explosion. SO! What is your country doing ?

Destination:ChinaCity:BeijingPopulation:21.5 million
Chinas infrastructure explosion. SO! What is your country doing  ?
Mr Tony2025-04-0514 min

Millions of passengers passing through Guangzhou. Some of the fastest trains in the world, BUT! some of the oldest trains are (if not) more friendly, warm and exciting. If there are no seats available, you can stand (at a heavy cost eg:) 5 USD for 100 miles in 90 minutes, would you?

--- Mr Tony
April 5, 2025, Spring in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00Intro: Comparing infrastructure
  2. 1:13Guangzhou Bayun Station
  3. 2:19Station's drawbacks
  4. 2:47Bayun Station architecture
  5. 4:16Passengers' journey
  6. 5:30Taxi drivers interaction
  7. 6:22Inside Guangzhou Station
  8. 7:25Outside the station
  9. 8:24Train journey begins
  10. 9:29Kind passengers
  11. 12:02End of journey reflection

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Chinas infrastructure explosion. SO! What is your country doing  ?

China's infrastructure is a fascinating paradox. While boasting some of the world's fastest trains, it also maintains older, more charming trains. Mr. Tony's journey highlights this contrast, showing both the modern speed and the unique experience of older trains, even if it means standing for a hefty price. This unexpected blend of old and new makes for a captivating travel story.

China Train Travel: Modern Speed & Nostalgic Charm

Millions of passengers passing through Guangzhou. Some of the fastest trains in the world, BUT! some of the oldest trains are (if not) more friendly, warm and exciting. If there are no seats available, you can stand (at a heavy cost eg:) 5 USD for 100 miles in 90 minutes, would you ?

Attractions in this video: Guangzhou Bayun Railway Station