Debate Among Chinese Netizens Over the Construction of a 350-meter Mountain Escalator
Tourists Express Approval, While Critics Remain Skeptical
In recent developments, Chinese social media platforms have been buzzing with video clips of tourist attractions, particularly focusing on the newly built escalator on Tianyu Mountain in Zhejiang province, eastern China. This installation has sparked a heated debate online, with opinions sharply divided.
According to reports, the escalator stretches 350 meters in length and is divided into three sections. The construction of this facility cost approximately 10 million yuan (around 50 million baht), with ticket prices set at a mere 30 yuan (around 150 baht).
It takes a quick 10-minute ride for tourists to reach the end of the moving walkway, which stands at an altitude of around 120 meters. However, after exiting the escalator, visitors still need to trek an additional 3 kilometers to reach the mountain’s summit. In total, it takes around 50 minutes to complete the entire hike.
Gu Qiaolu, the manager overseeing this tourist attraction, explained, “Initially, our plan was to construct a cable car. However, we found that fewer tourists could be accommodated by the cable car, and there were also safety concerns.”
Despite receiving positive feedback from tourists since the escalator’s inauguration, a debate has emerged online, prompting mixed reactions from netizens.
Supporters of the Escalator:
- One satisfied user shared, “Thanks to this escalator, I don’t need to exert any effort to ascend almost to the mountaintop. No scenic view is missed along the way.”
- Another netizen expressed their support, stating, “I’m fully in favor of this mountain escalator. Everyone can have their preference. Those who wish to climb the mountain can do so, but personally, I prefer using the escalator.”
Critics of the Escalator:
- However, some pedestrians voiced their dissatisfaction, arguing that the escalator disrupts the natural beauty and charm associated with hiking. “What’s the point of climbing mountains? I believe the sense of joy is lost,” lamented one netizen.
- Similarly, another person questioned, “Doesn’t the escalator spoil the mountain’s natural splendor?”
On the other hand, many individuals have embraced the idea, viewing it as an enticing prospect that encourages more people to visit the mountains. “Anyone who prefers hiking can always choose to walk; no one is preventing that option. However, for me and others alike, the escalator is a welcome convenience,” shared a supporter. Nonetheless, some expressed concerns about safety standards—especially given the potential crowding when many people utilize the facility simultaneously.
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Chinese netizens debate Build an escalator 350 meters up the mountain Tourists like this. But the pedestrian only shook his head.
The South China Morning Post website revealed that video clips of tourist attractions are being shared on Chinese social media. Tianyu Mountain in Zhejiang province east of china After opening to use the escalator going up the mountain This caused a heated debate online with voices divided into two sides.
News reports say that the escalator is 350 meters long and divided into three sections, The construction budget is 10 million yuan (about 50 million baht), and the price is only 30 yuan (about 150 baht) the ticket.
It only takes about 10 minutes to take tourists to the end of the moving walkway. At a height of around 120 metres, after that you have to walk another 3 kilometers until you reach the top of the mountain. The total time spent hiking this mountain is about 50 minutes.
Gu Qiaolu, the manager in charge of the attraction, said: “Our initial idea was to build a cable car. But the cable car can take fewer tourists up. and there is more risk.”
“Even young people feel tired from climbing this mountain. With the hope of making travel easier and more convenient for tourists. We have installed a cable car and escalators so that people can easily enjoy the natural scenery.”
After opening for service This escalator that goes up the mountain has had a pretty good response from tourists.
One service user said with pleasure “I don’t have to take a single step. You can go up almost to the top of the mountain. And don’t miss the view at any point.”
But after the news spread online causing audio to split into two sides
“It’s great for older people and children. You don’t have to climb it yourself. Just by standing on the escalator, my child is simply happy. And I’m happy,” said one poster on Weibo.
“I strongly support the idea of this mountain escalator. Everyone gets what they want. People who want to climb mountains are going to climb mountains, but for me, I prefer to use the escalator,” said another netizen.
Meanwhile, some pedestrians were unhappy with the idea. Noting that it destroys the entire scenery. and the charm of hiking.
“So what’s the point of climbing mountains? I think happiness is gone,” said one netizen.
While another netizen said, “Don’t you think the escalator spoils the beauty of the mountain?”
However, other people liked this idea. Note that this is a very good idea. Makes many people want to travel to the mountains more. “Anyone who wants to hike should usually just walk. Nobody said anything. As for me and many others, I would like to take the escalator.” Some people worry about safety standards. Especially when many people use the service at the same time like this.
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