The cherry blossom-themed trains on China's first suspended monorail line in Wuhan, the capital of central China's Hubei Province, have attracted numerous tourists with their floral carriage decorations and a unique opportunity to view pink blossoms from a stunning aerial perspective.

From early March to April, Wuhan transforms into a floral wonderland as cherry blossoms blanket the city in soft pinks and whites. The "sky trains" are adorned with cherry blossom elements inside the carriages, providing tourists with an immersive experience.
"Capturing the monorail train from this angle enables it to be framed together with cherry blossoms, creating a very romantic scene," said a tourist.
"I think the monorail train is very advanced, refreshing, and truly impressive," said another tourist.
The suspended monorail line, which opened to the public in September 2023, spans a total distance of 10.5 kilometers, features six stations, and passes through the Optics Valley Ecological Corridor.
Dubbed "the Optics Valley Photon," the monorail train appears to hang upside down because the track is positioned above. Passengers can enjoy the city from an entirely different perspective through the glass floor beneath their feet.
The entire operation process of the monorail train is fully automated and requires no human intervention.
"At that time, we sought to have a fast sightseeing tool throughout the entire green corridor, which is a fundamental facility for the corridor. Since its operation in September 2023 until now, our total passenger traffic has reached 2.1 million people," said Yang Qingmei, director of the planning and design department at Optics Valley Traffic Company, the operator of the line.
"In other cities, there are no trains hanging above the tracks, and the carriages underneath are suspended, allowing passengers to see the scenery below their feet, which is particularly novel," said Tong Le, a tourist.