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Written by: Chen Jingqi
2019-12-10 21:11
Last updated: 2019-12-10 21:11The Macau Light Rail "Taipei Line", which has been under construction for more than 20 years and is operated by the MTR, is officially open today (10th). The first bus departs at 3:33 pm, attracting more than 100 citizens. When the train departed, many citizens present clapping and cheering, and raised their mobile phones to take photos with relatives and friends to witness the historic moment.
Only Macao residents stated that the "Taiwan Line" had invested more than 10 billion patacas in the construction of trains, and believed that train facilities were not as good as those in Hong Kong and other countries. In addition, most of the light rail routes passed through the casino area, which did not really facilitate local residents. Therefore, it is specified that starting from January 1st of the year, the tolls of the light rail will not be used, and it is described as "from once to twice".
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Take the first bus for Macao residents: car fluctuations
The first train of the Macau Light Rail "Taipa Line" departed from Taipa Wharf Station at 3.33pm today. Railway fans were waiting outside the station as early as 1pm. By 3pm, more than 300 passengers were waiting in line. Extend to Taipa Ferry Terminal.
Mr. Tan, a Macao resident who took the first train, said that after experiencing the light rail train in Macau, he felt that the train was very bumpy, saying that "the car is relatively volatile and stable in other places." For the opening of the Taipa Line, Mr. Tan believes that the train is in line It is mainly designed for tourists, because most of them pass through the casino area, if they need to get off the car and walk for more than 10 minutes, it will not really facilitate the residents of Macau.
Therefore, he once said: "The subway does nothing, so it is convenient for motorcycles!" In addition, starting from January 1 next year, the fare will need to be paid for from the Taipa line, from MOP 6 to 10, and Mr. Tan pointed out that it may not be necessary. I will do it again, describing it as "it really starts once and ends twice".
Passengers expected to ease traffic congestion
Macau resident Ms. Zhang learned that the light rail was opened to traffic today and came here to take a special ride. She pointed out that getting on from Pai Kok Station to Taipa Wharf Station was quite convenient and she was satisfied with the relevant train arrangements. Regarding the start of toll collection for the Ming and Qing Dynasty trains, Ms. Zhang prefers to choose a bus. Because the light rail trains are routed, "there is no need for convenience, and residents have to travel a certain distance."
Mr. Tan, a Macao resident, said that most of the "Taipa Line" pass through the casino area, which does not really facilitate the local residents. Therefore, starting from January 1 next year, the light rail will start tolling and will "transit to motorcycles". (Photo by Zheng Zifeng)
Macao resident Ms. Zhang came to take the Taipa Line today. She thought the train was smooth and well arranged, but she would still use buses as the main mode of transportation in the future because it is more convenient and close to residential buildings. (Photo by Zheng Zifeng)
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Free ride on New Year's Day
The light rail Taipa Line is about 9.3 kilometers in length, covering the main residential areas, old urban areas and tourist areas of Taipa Tai Center, and is connected to the three important sea, land and air ports of Macao. There are also 11 stations including Ocean, Jockey Club, Sports Ground, Pai Kok, Cotai West, Lotus Port, East Asian Games, Cotai East, HKUST, Airport and Taipa Terminal Station.
From today until December 31, passengers only need to go to the station to collect the replacement currency from the staff and they can ride for free without any limit. However, from January 1 next year, fees will start. MOP 6 will be charged for each trip within 3 stops, 8 MOP will be charged for 6 stops, and the whole journey will be 10 yuan. Hold an electronic prepaid card to get a 50% discount. Seniors are free of charge.
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