
A villager (R) from Hunan Province sells fruits to passengers on the train No. 7272 on Feb. 12, 2026. The train No. 7272/7271 has run across the mountainous areas in Hunan, Guizhou and Chongqing for almost 20 years. With an average speed of just 40 kilometers per hour, the train has made it easier for residents along the route to travel and commute, while also helping local products reach wider markets. (Xinhua/Liu Xu)