Taiwan Today
Date: January 06, 2017

Taiwan High Speed Rail Museum opened to the public Jan. 5 in Taoyuan City, northern Taiwan, providing

Premier Lin Chuan (center) is joined by other senior government officials at the opening of THSR Museum Jan. 5 in Taoyuan City, northern Taiwan. (CNA)

visitors the opportunity to learn more about the world-class infrastructure project and its contributions to the development of Taiwan’s economy, tourism industry and transportation network since commencing services 10 years ago.

Comprising 19 separately themed exhibitions, a driver’s cab simulator and a number of interactive displays, the museum draws the curtain back on the engineering feats making possible a one-day living circle via the express 90-minute, 345-kilometer ride through western Taiwan from Taipei City in northern Taiwan to Kaohsiung City in southern Taiwan. An array of facts and figures is also on offer about THSR, which serves the nation’s 23 million people and hits a top speed of 300 kph.

Premier Lin Chuan said at the museum’s opening ceremony that THSR is an outstanding example of public-private sector collaboration. “The success of the high-speed rail underscores the flexibility and management expertise of Taiwan companies, as well as the government’s commitment to supporting projects bolstering the nation’s industrial prowess.”    [FULL  STORY]