梅龙高铁运营一周年

Core Insights - The Meilong High-Speed Railway has transported a total of 8.8 million passengers in its first year of operation, averaging over 24,000 passengers daily [1] - The railway has significantly enhanced the flow of people, goods, and capital between the eastern Guangdong region and the Greater Bay Area, serving as a "golden channel" for regional collaborative development [1] - In the first half of 2025, Meizhou city received 5.72 million tourists, generating a tourism revenue of 4.99 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 13.4% and 15.3% respectively, indicating the railway's positive impact on local economic development [1] - The Meilong High-Speed Railway is a crucial part of the national "eight vertical and eight horizontal" high-speed rail network, reducing travel times from Meizhou to Guangzhou and Shenzhen to 91 minutes and 108 minutes respectively, facilitating a "two-hour economic living circle" [1] Industry Development - Leveraging the advantages of high-speed rail, regions like Meizhou and Heyuan are actively developing the "high-speed rail + cultural tourism" industry, further promoting intangible cultural heritage, red tourism, and hot spring resources [2] - Meizhou West Station has improved "last mile" services by coordinating with local attractions to provide direct bus services to sites such as the Chinese Hakka Museum and Ye Jianying's former residence, enhancing the travel experience for passengers [2] - Travelers from Hong Kong have found it convenient to visit Meizhou, with travel times from Hong Kong West Kowloon Station to Meizhou taking just over two hours [2]