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New public tour bus lines to open on Sunday
Submitted On 07/18/2008 at 20:44
by Victoria Yang and Paul Pennay Among a range of other Olympic provisions, this Sunday, July 20, marks the beginning of the odd-even car restriction measures, a tightening of the rules governing dust and emission producing industries, the implementation of stricter security controls at the Capital International Airport and the opening of three new subway lines. Aside from all of these major security, air quality and transport measures, Beijing will also launch 10 of the 34 new Olympic bus lines, open a new express BRT bus service and, what we find most appealing, unveil two new sightseeing bus lines devoted to providing visitors with a cheap (only 3 kuai)and comfortable means of exploring the city. Although these two new routes are especially aimed at tourists, it might be a good idea to take a ride on the guanguang xian before the hordes arrive. The two routes are serviced by brand new double-decker tour buses and are staffed by young Chinese women who provide commentary on the route's various Olympic and historical sites in both English and Chinese. The coaches sit 60 passengers and the soft cushioned seats are specially designed to handle the extra width of many a foreign backside. The first deck of the spacious vehicles also contain small fold out tables and travelers are encouraged to eat while touring the city in air-conditioned comfort. The tour buses also boast extra large windows. Read More

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