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Cat Linh - Ha Dong: The capital's first elevated railway line.
Since November 6th, the Cat Linh - Ha Dong train line has transported over 600,000 passengers, averaging about 20,000 passengers per day. Particularly during the first 15 days, the free-fare train service attracted over 300,000 passengers. Currently, the train fares are quite affordable, suitable for those who have just started working or have low incomes. “I work shifts, and many days I don’t get home until 9 or 10 PM. Now, with this train line, it’s convenient in every way; I can go early and come home late, I don’t have to worry about the weather, and most importantly, I don’t get stuck in traffic or crowded like I would on a motorbike or bus…,” said Ms. Huyen Anh from Lieu Giai, Ba Dinh district.
More than just a new form of public transportation that makes it easier for Hanoi residents to get around, this elevated railway is becoming a popular spot for young people to experience and take photos for social media. Hanoi's youth have quickly discovered some amazing photo opportunities on the city's first elevated railway line. Finding a stunning photo spot isn't difficult, and it doesn't require exceptional camera skills. Passengers simply need to wear their favorite outfits to capture outstanding photos for social media.
Traveling and taking photos: An experience not to be missed.
Taking photos next to the train is a favorite experience for many young passengers. It's also a popular location for couples to take wedding photos, marking their special day with a historical event in the capital. "In the morning, I suggested the idea of having wedding photos taken at the train station, and the bride and groom immediately agreed. We did it that same afternoon," shared photographer Ngoc Thien.
The best time to take photos is during weekday mornings and midday. For those who love taking pictures for social media, a key tip is to choose the last carriage to capture artistic shots by the window, as it's usually less crowded than the others. Fans of Korean or Chinese dramas will surely have some amazing moments on this train, feeling like they've stepped into the setting of a movie. And don't forget to admire the city views constantly passing by through the train windows.
The walls adorned with thousands of brightly colored ceramic tiles at train stations are a popular spot for young people to take photos. Each station has a unique tile color, such as yellow, blue, or orange. Passengers can stop at any station with tiles that best match their outfit; Khương Đình station has yellow tiles, Cát Linh station has blue tiles, and Hà Đông station has green tiles. Here's a little tip for taking photos: take advantage of the diagonal lines from the stainless steel stair railings to make your pictures more "eye-catching."
Several other impressive photo opportunities are created by the white lighting system in the station. Additionally, the second floor offers a particularly stunning photo angle when the sunlight shines in during the morning or afternoon.
Countless truly "deep" clips and "chill" photo spots are waiting for you to "hunt" for. Rest assured that this place is sometimes romantic, sometimes cheerful, but at other times it's incredibly peaceful...
