Heritage train route launched to connect Hue, Da Nang

A train route named “Central Heritage Connection” linking Hue city in the central province of Thua Thien - Hue and nearby Da Nang city was put into operation on March 26.
Heritage train route launched to connect Hue, Da Nang ảnh 1The launching ceremony of the "Central Heritage Connection” train route at Hue Station on March 26 (Photo: VNA)
ThuaThien - Hue (VNA) - A train route named “Central HeritageConnection” linking Hue city in the central province of Thua Thien - Hue andnearby Da Nang city was put into operation on March 26.

At the launch held at HueStation, General Director of the Vietnam Railways Corporation Dang Sy Manh saidthe route is part of the efforts by Thua Thien - Hue and Da Nang to enhance their connectivityand promote tourism. It is a new product that combines transportation andtourism services, promising new and interesting experiences of history,culture, and heritage for passengers.

During the about three hours of this train journey, tourists can admire themagnificent natural beauty along Hai Van Pass, dubbed “Thien ha de nhat hungquan” (the world’s most marvelous wonder) and also among the 10 most beautifuldrives in the world as selected by renowned US magazine Travel Leisure, withone side being Truong Son Mountain Range and the other the sea before reachingDa Nang, which boasts one of the six most beautiful beaches on the planet.

On the way back, from DaNang to Hue, they can set foot in the former capital of Hue, home to various heritage sites.

Heritage train route launched to connect Hue, Da Nang ảnh 2Traditional music is also performed on the train to serve passengers. (Photo: VNA) 
In particular, riding either trips departing Hue for Da Nang and vice versa inthe morning or the afternoon, tourists can enjoy the splendid sunrise or sunsetscenes on Lang Co, one of the most beautiful bays in the world, and tastetypical local delicacies, Manh noted.

Thetrain used for this route consists of five modern seating carriages and anotherfor community activities. It is expected to become an impressive “mobile”check-in place for travellers.

VIPwaiting rooms are also arranged at the Da Nang and Hue stations to servepassengers, the executive said.

Thetrain will be equipped with wi-fi this April to ensure better experiences forpassengers./.
VNA

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