Must-Visit Spot for Changchun Tourism: The Changchun No
54 Tram Cultural Tourism Special Train, brimming with a sense of the era.
Visiting Changchun, one should not miss the opportunity to take a ride on the No. 54 Tram Cultural Tourism Special Train. Changchun has a tram, G54, which was established before the founding of the People's Republic of China during the puppet Manchukuo government. It is the only tram that has been preserved in Changchun, filled with old-fashioned charm. It silently tells the story of the city's past, and it is also the same type of green-skinned retro tram featured in the TV series 'Ren Shijian'. Of course, it's a must-try experience when visiting Changchun.
When I stepped onto the No. 54 Cultural Tourism Special Train, I found that the interior was decorated in the style of the Republic of China period. There were two ladies dressed in the makeup of that era on the train to introduce passengers to the historical sites along the way. Starting from Hongqi Street, the journey takes about an hour without any stops in between, and it eventually returns to the starting station. Along the way, one can enjoy the scenery, especially the views outside the windows in autumn and winter are even more beautiful. There are many people who come to take pictures at the starting point. If you miss this ride, taking pictures along the way is also a good option, and they turn out great.
On the train, a casual snapshot is very photogenic, with the decoration style of the Republic of China period, and retro music playing in the background. It really feels like traveling back to that era, with a full atmosphere. While sipping on aromatic coffee and enjoying delicious desserts, you can leisurely sightsee and experience the charm of the city of Changchun.
The departure time is every hour, and it is recommended to choose seats on the left in the morning because the direction of the sunlight makes it easier to take pictures without backlighting. There are 7 shifts during the day, and it is recommended to choose a shift before 3 pm. The evening shifts might result in darker photos.
Route Guide:
The Changchun No. 54 Tram Cultural Tourism Special Train takes an hour for the whole journey, and you cannot get on or off midway. It is a moving sightseeing tram that stops and goes, but you cannot disembark, and it finally returns to the starting station right next to the entrance of the old site of Changchun Film Studio.
Where to board:
The location is at Hongqi Street--the entrance of the old site of Changchun Film Studio--No. 54 tram stop.
The whole journey is from Changying Station to Xi'an Road Station and back to Changying Station, with a running time of about 1 hour.
Ticket Price:
Day ticket is 88, night ticket is 118, including a cup of coffee, a dessert, two cards that can be stamped on the train, and a cultural and creative souvenir.
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