Record-Breaking Travel Marks China's Spring Festival
At the break of dawn, Shenzhen North Railway Station hums with activity as travelers embark on journeys to reunite with their families for the Spring Festival. Among them is Wang Hui, a mother and long-time resident of the metropolis, waiting to board the first high-speed train to Xi'an City.
\"I've been in Shenzhen since university, and now I have my own family,\" Wang shared, her eyes reflecting a mix of excitement and nostalgia. \"But every year, as the Spring Festival approaches, I can't help but feel the pull of home.\"
Departing at 6:08 a.m., the train signifies not just a physical journey but an emotional return to roots for many like Wang. The Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, is the most significant cultural event in China, prompting a mass migration as people travel to their hometowns.
Another traveler, Ms. Zhong, is heading back to Chenzhou in central China's Hunan Province. Having lived in Shenzhen for over a decade, the city's rapid growth hasn't diminished her longing for home during this special time.
\"I've planned this trip for a month,\" Zhong said, her anticipation palpable. \"The Spring Festival is when you want to be with family and embrace the traditions that connect us.\"
This annual homecoming highlights the enduring importance of family ties and cultural heritage in modern China. As cities like Shenzhen continue to develop at a remarkable pace, the Spring Festival remains a time when people pause to honor their origins and celebrate with loved ones.
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China's Spring Festival: Record-breaking travel, cultural feast
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