Discover more fascinating places in China by traveling through the Silk Road.
When the train arrives tomorrow, it'll be the dawn of a new era for the historic Silk Road. The East Wind locomotive will travel 7,456 miles from Eastern China to Britain, carrying loads of goods of 34 carriages, in its 16-day travel.
The famous Silk Road was once used by merchants to trade goods between Asia and Europe. With the recent re-opening of the ancient route, countries will once again relive history and trade with one another to boost their respective economies and strengthen relations. Meanwhile, it's also a good opportunity for travelers to experience the historical Silk Road.