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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
At the start of the New Year, the first winter tourist train, dubbed "Altai – the Snow Capital of China," arrived at the Altai station. Winter sports enthusiasts from all over the country flock here to experience the snow and ice.
This themed train departed on the night of December 31, 2025, and operates on an evening departure/morning arrival schedule. Travel time from Urumqi to Altai is 9 hours and 20 minutes.
"Traveling by train is very comfortable: you sleep well at night, and when you wake up, you're already there. This not only saves you money on accommodation but also allows you to conserve energy for skiing the next day," shared Li Mintao, a ski enthusiast from Shanghai.
To immerse passengers in a wintry atmosphere, the entire train is decorated in a unified ice-and-snow theme, and each car is named after a famous landmark—for example, "Lake Kanas" or "Keketokhai." The train also includes a bar car, offering hot drinks and food to passengers.
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