Construction update

Though the long-awaited Chengdu Metro (our subway which might be complete by sometime next year) does not seem to be making progress, the light rail that is being installed in our neighborhood is looking good.

Our first clue was when we tried to drive the back way out of our apartment.


But on further inspection, we saw that a lot of progress has been made in installing the new tracks. I do not know how long it will be until this is open, but it certainly looks impressive.


Many of the roads around here are closed as the stations are being built, which is a minor inconvenience. (actually, the only reason we really need to go this way is if we want to go to the amusement park)

It looks like 1 station will be in walking distance, though construction on those is in the early stages.

In other construction news, a Chengdu machinery company is moving forward with plans to buy Hummer from GM. I can only hope they do not start retailing them here, but that may be wishful thinking - considering the current Chinese thirst for autos.

-alan