2025/01/13

Hong Kong is not only known for its beautiful scenery and cultural attractions, but is also committed to protecting pandas. Currently, the MTR (Hong Kong Railway) is running a "Panda Campaign" that panda lovers will love. The campaign is titled "COME AND ENJOY A "PANDASTIC" MTR RIDE, CAPTURE PANDAS WITH T CHAI ALONG MTR LINES!", a combination of "fantastic" and "panda" to mean "Take a panda-like MTR ride and catch a panda!" It's a bit funny, isn't it? Why not take your family and find some panda spots in Hong Kong!

The overall theme of the MTR Panda Campaign is "Panda Protection." By the way, Ocean Park is home to the pandas An An and Ke Ke, who came from China and were open to the public from December 2024, 12, as well as their twin babies Yin Yin and Le Le. Currently, a total of six pandas live in Ocean Park's Giant Panda Adventure.

An An– Male
Ke Ke– Scalpel
Yin Yin – Scalpel
Le Le– Male
Twin babies – The twins were born in 2023 and are expected to be released this year.

The birth of twins was the oldest ever for a first-time mother in the world, when Yingying was 19 years old, which is equivalent to about 57 years in human years.

We've digressed a bit, but the most eye-catching aspect of this panda campaign is that each station and carriage is decorated with pandas. In particular, Ocean Park Station has panda-themed installations and displays to educate visitors about the ecology of pandas and the importance of their conservation. Adorable panda illustrations and information are also posted on the walls and pillars of the station, allowing passengers to learn in a fun way. Be sure to check this out!

Now let's introduce the highlights of each route.

MTR, High Speed ​​Rail, Airport Express, South Island Line

Special panda-themed trains will be operated on the South Island Line, Airport Express, and the High Speed ​​Rail. These trains will run at specific times. There will be panda-related quizzes and games on board, so both children and adults can enjoy them. Please note that the operating hours of the lines may change without notice due to circumstances.

▶︎MTR

Admiralty Station – Giant panda decoration and 3D animation of pillars
At Admiralty Station, six adorable giant pandas will appear on the platform. Also, the LED pillars inside the station will project a 3D animation of giant pandas waving their arms.

Photo spot @10 designated stations
Photo spots have been set up at 10 stations: Admiralty, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, Central, Hong Kong, Ocean Park, Tung Chung, Sham Shui Po, Tsim Sha Tsui and East Tsim Sha Tsui.

Hong Kong Station – Giant LED Screen Live Broadcast
The giant LED screen at Hong Kong Station will broadcast live footage of Ocean Park's pandas "An An" and "Ke Ke" at specific times on weekdays, from 10:20 to 10:50, 13:50 to 14:20, and 16:20 to 16:50.
*Live streaming may be subject to change depending on the situation at the venue.

You can also watch the "An An" and "Kekae" live performances on the Ocean Park website.https://pandalive.oceanpark.com.hk/en/

Hong Kong West Kowloon Station B1F (near the ticket booth)
Hong Kong West Kowloon Station has been decked out in attractive panda-themed decorations to welcome visitors to Hong Kong.Captain Go (MTR's mascot)Adorable pandas dressed as pandas will also make a special first appearance!

▶︎Airport Express
The Giant Panda themed Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station to AsiaWorld-Expo Station. If you want to ride the Giant Panda themed train, head to Hong Kong Station from Tuesday to Sunday at 13:43, 14:53 and 16:02.

▶︎High-speed railway
The panda-themed train will operate on routes connecting Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, Guangzhou South Station, Shenzhen North Station and Futian Station. For more information, please visit here.Until Friday, April 29th. Designated trains between Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, Guangzhou South Station, Shenzhen North Station and Futian Station will operate on designated routes on Saturdays, Sundays and Chinese New Year (January 12306th), and irregular services on other days. Tickets can be purchased through the XNUMX online ticketing platform, station ticket vending machines, ticket counters and designated agents according to the schedule below for theme train tickets. For more information, here.
Please note: Theme trains are subject to schedule adjustments due to operational needs and may operate on days other than those specified without notice.

▶︎South Port Island Line
Two giant panda-themed trains will run from Admiralty Station to Haiyi Peninsula Station.
Operation schedule (weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) Irregular
Departing from Admiralty Station First train 06:11, last train 01:05
Departure from Haiyi Peninsula Station First train 06:00, last train 00:42

The Lunar New Year is coming up soon. Be sure to try some fun activities during the New Year holidays.

 

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