一 | (ECNS) -- China's inbound tourism is gaining momentum this summer, with foreign visitors increasingly looking beyond traditional sightseeing spots to explore new travel experiences across the country. China's high-speed rail network has itself become an attraction for many overseas travelers. One tourist from Bosnia and Herzegovina said his two main goals in China were to visit the Forbidden City and experience a high-speed train journey. Along the China-Laos Railway, themed cross-border routes are connecting travelers with popular destinations across Yunnan Province, carrying more than 40,000 cross-border passengers since July. In the first seven months of 2026, more than 14.8 million foreign passengers traveled on China's railways, up 32.5% year on year. Chongli, which hosted events during the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, is also attracting international visitors beyond the ski season. Former ski slopes have been transformed into venues for mountain biking, trail running and grass-sledding during the summer. Athletes from countries including New Zealand and France have praised the area's facilities, while some visitors are choosing to extend their stays. From high-speed rail journeys to summer outdoor adventures, a growing range of experiences is giving international travelers new reasons to explore China beyond its best-known attractions. (By Intern Lin Qiaochu, Zhang Dongfang) 。
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