Explore the Zhongtiao Tourism Corridor | Wu࿐Wu࿐ The Yancheng Sightseeing Mini Train is now departing!

Recently, the swans at Yanchi have drawn many local residents and tourists. The Municipal Water Investment, Construction & Development Co., Ltd. has specially launched a sightseeing route, allowing visitors to ride a miniature sightseeing train for a one-stop experience: admiring the swans, strolling along the wooden boardwalk, and taking in the winter beauty of the salt lake.

Reporter Xie Xiaohui

Take the train, watch the swans, and stroll along the boardwalk—this is Yuncheng’s Colorful Salt Lake. This winter, the scenic area has unveiled a brand-new sightseeing train and introduced a special winter-themed tour route. Let’s go experience it together!

Reporter Xie Xiaohui

This is our newly introduced sightseeing train, with a red body and a vintage design. It even features a salt‑elf mascot up front—so adorable! The train can accommodate 40 passengers.

To enhance the riding experience, the sightseeing train has been fitted with transparent windproof curtains that shield passengers from the wind while offering unobstructed views of the scenic landscape. Departing daily at 10:30 a.m. from the starting point on Route 11, the train passes by the swan habitat and concludes at the wooden boardwalk, covering a round-trip distance of 12.8 kilometers in approximately one and a half hours. The fare is 10 yuan per passenger, with each adult entitled to bring one child under 1.2 meters free of charge. Passengers holding a valid ticket may enjoy unlimited rides on the train throughout the day.

Reporter Xie Xiaohui

After a drive of just over ten minutes, we’ve now arrived at the swan habitat. From here, a few hundred meters ahead will bring you face-to-face with the swans. Today, quite a crowd has gathered to watch them. These ethereal birds frolic and chase one another, soar and forage over the salt lake, infusing it with vibrant life—and signaling that our salt‑lake ecosystem is steadily improving. We’d also like to remind everyone: when observing the swans, please keep quiet and avoid making loud noises.

Reporter Xie Xiaohui

This little train runs remarkably smoothly, allowing passengers to savor the scenic mountains and lakes along the way. You may even spot a variety of wild birds, and catch glimpses of people cycling and exercising on the Rainbow Trail—here, a harmonious tableau of humans and nature unfolds gently before your eyes.

Tourist Ms. Yang

You can see the scenery of the salt lake.

Tourist Ms. Shao

It’s very convenient—10 yuan for a round trip—and quite safe, too.

Reporter Xie Xiaohui

We’ve now reached the newly built wooden boardwalk. Strolling along it lets you experience the salt pond’s stunning scenery up close—especially at sunset, when the lingering glow of the setting sun lends the scene an especially evocative atmosphere.

The newly constructed waterfront boardwalk is located at the easternmost edge of the salt lake, right next to the Yazi Pool Dam. It is one of the key components of Phase I of the salt‑lake embankment hazard‑removal and reinforcement as well as ecological restoration project, stretching approximately 3 kilometers and featuring three waterfront platforms and rest areas along the way. Visitors can stroll along the boardwalk, enjoy the salt lake’s stunning scenery up close, and experience the allure of nature.
Friendly reminder

Upon entering the scenic area, visitors are urged to prioritize their safety, cooperate with on-site staff, refrain from littering, and help protect the local ecosystem.

Reporters: Xie Xiaohui, Lü Yanxi

Editors: Guo Xiaojing, Guo Dongxu

Editor-in-charge: Li Xin

Reviewed by: Fan Yaning

Executive Producers: Wei Jiangpeng, Zhang Wenfang