The overnight train from 北京 arrived in 武汉 more or less on time. Once arrived, my first and only business of the day is to visit the most famous attraction in 武汉, the yellow crane tower.
The intercity train station in 武汉 is connected to the metro system, which makes for easy getting around. Ticket for the long distance train must be shown to the ticket attendant at the exit point in the station. I will get to keep the ticket. Or it can be inserted into a turnstile machine when exiting.
Transfer to the local metro is easy. Just follow the overhead direction sign. Just like the long distance trains, there is security check and bag scan, though no metal detector, in practically every local metro station prior to entering. Tickets for the metro can then be purchased in the station via automated ticket machines.
Getting out of the metro station, after several incorrect turns, I'm finally on my way!
Impressive museum architecture in 武汉
Finally reaching the Yellow Crane tower vicinity after ~30 minute walk from the nearest metro station. It is actually a collection of ancient buildings and tickets must be purchased to enter the park.
The main Yellow Crane Tower
View from above ground in the tower
Inside the tower
Soon, it is time to return to the train station and move on to 长沙 in the next post.
Getting familiar with the bullet train travel in China.
