Choo-Choo Adventures Exploring the China–Laos Railway

Join Xiaoling, a playful Yunnan snub-nosed monkey, and Akong, an inquisitive Laotian langur, on an exciting railway adventure from China to Laos. Together with their warm-hearted steward, Mr. Elephant, they journey through stunning scenery, cross bridges, and glide through tunnels, all while discovering the beauty of friendship and the importance of unity. This captivating picture book celebrates diversity, promotes cultural understanding, and fosters a love for exploration and discovery.

This book is jointly produced under the guidance of the Information Office of the Yunnan Provincial People’ s Government by the Asia-Africa Regional Language Programming Center of CCTV, the Yunnan Branch of the China News Agency, and Kunming Railway Media Co. Text by Wang Liyuan, Lu Bin, and Zou Tong; illustrations by Sun Heyu, Luo Jinxiu, Zhang Daqiang, and Jiang Zhengyong.