If it were not for the figure of a policeman in uniform baggy jacket, one might think that this is a frame from the science-fiction movie. However, this is not fantasy, but a harsh reality - China has opened another line of high-speed railway. At this time - between Wuhan and Guangzhou. It was built in just four years and now it is the longest high-speed railway line in the world - 1068 km.
Trains to develop her speed at 350 km / h. So from Wuhan to Guangzhou can be reached in not ten o'clock, as usual, but in only 2 hours and 58 minutes. The fares - from 70 to 114 dollars each way.
By 2012 China will be in operation about 13 000 km of railways (200-350 km / h).
First the pride of Shanghai - "Maglev". Worst-speed train traveling from one airport to the city.
The rate at which it develops, can be called remarkable for ground transportation. 450 km / hour.
There are in China and other fast trains. Snow-white beauties!
Chinese high-speed trains
by Adil | 10:49 AM in around the world, bullet train, high speed rail, high-speed, high-speed trail, hugh-speed trains, railways, shanghai, Technology, the china, the chinese, trains, travel tips |