China unveils 350-kmph Xi’an-Shiyan bullet train, cuts travel time from over six hours to one

Synopsis China has launched the Xi’an-Shiyan high-speed railway, a crucial link connecting central and western regions. This 257-km line, designed for 350 kmph, significantly cuts travel times, reducing the Xi’an-Wuhan journey to under three hours. Engineered through challenging mountainous terrain, the project aims to boost trade, tourism, and industrial growth, particularly benefiting areas like Shiyan’s automobile sector and historical sites. China on Tuesday inaugurated the Xi’an-Shiyan high-speed railway, a key addition to its expanding rail network that dramatically reduces travel times between central and western regions while strengthening trade, tourism and industrial connectivity, reported state media Xinhua. The Xi’an-Shiyan railway…