In Jilin City, Jilin Province, a "cultural landmark" has re-emerged into the public eye. In 2024, the newly restored Jilin-Chaoyang Railway 188bet sports betting building officially opened to the public, quickly becoming a hot topic in cultural tourism circles and even hailed as "China's Most Artistic Train Station."
Built in 1928, this historical station features a unique architectural blend of Chinese and Western styles. Over time, it gradually stepped back from active transportation service, yet its historical significance grow ever more prominent. In 2022, Jilin City launched a restoration project that meticulously preserved the station's original appearance while adding a railway culture exhibition zone, revitalizing history in a fresh, engaging way. Today, thestation remains part of Jilin's railway network while also transforming into a "museum without walls."
Since opening in 2024, the station has introduced a "Railway Memories" themeed tour: visitors can take photos at the station by day, stroll along the Songhua River at dusk to admire therime, and enjoy local delicacies likeguobaorouin Scoop at Henan Street Night Market in the evening. A local tourism official stated, "Through the 'station + film + food' model, we aim to immerse visitors in Jilin's diverse culture."
Transportation empowers tourism, and culture enriches the city. Under its artistic reinvention, 188bet sports betting weaves together the city's industrial heritage, natural scenery and folk traditions, drawing an increasing number of travelers to explore its charm.