by Joanne Lane, additional reporting by CNNGo
Flying's fine if you're in a hurry, but nothing beats China?s train system for a slow, relaxing and down-to-the-earth journey through the country that's practically a continent in itself.
Approximately 100,000 kilometers of railways form the dragon nation's back, connecting some of China?s best nature, culture and landscapes.
Here are seven China train rides you won't want to fall asleep on.
Beijing-Lhasa, Tibet
A journey to the wild west.
Renowned as the highest railway in the world, the ?Sky Road? (its nickname in Chinese) climbs to a light-headed 5,000 meters. Much of the journey is at an altitude of more than 4,000 meters.
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