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The first phase of the Danhai Light Rail Blue Ocean Line connecting the Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf, including the Green Mountain Line, was built with a total investment of 12.8 billion yuan. It took 6 years to finally open up to traffic tomorrow (15). The first phase of the Blue Ocean Line adds three new stations: “Taipei Ocean University Station”, “Shalun Station” and “Fisherman’s Wharf Station”. After opening to traffic, Lido will be released free of charge for one month; and the operational route will extend from V01 Mangrove to V26 Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf station, with a total length of 8.4 kilometers and a time of about 27 minutes. “Apple News” took the lead a few days ago. Although the rails and steel wheels of the wagons are noisy when driving on flat roads, they are still comfortable as a whole. The highlight is that the Blue Sea Bridge overlooks the entire Taiwan Strait and Shalun Beach, with magnificent views. The panoramic view is intoxicating.

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The first phase of the Danhai light rail project includes the Green Mountain Line (open to traffic) and the first phase of the Blue Ocean Line. Construction started in November 2014, turnkey. The total construction cost reached 12.8 billion yuan. Following the Green Mountain Line on December 24, 2018 The first phase of operation and opening to traffic, the first phase of the Blue Ocean Line completed the stability test on June 17 of this year (2020), the preliminary reconnaissance was completed On August 30 of the same year, the follow-up survey was completed on October 16 and the operating permit was issued on November 4 by the Ministry of Communications. , Open to traffic on November 15.

The first phase of the Danhai Light Rail Transit Blue Ocean Line connects to Binhai Shalun Station (V09) on the Green Mountain Line, and 3 new horizontal stations are added, including Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf Station (V26), Shalun Station (V27 ) and Taipei Ocean University Station (V28)), the one-way fare from Hongshulin Station (V01) to Danshui Fisherman’s Wharf Station is 30 yuan. After the opening of the Blue Ocean Line, the Danhai light rail will adopt “2 types” of operation modes, namely from Hongshulin Station to Kanding Station and from Hongshulin Station to Danshui Fisherman’s Wharf Station. The distance will be reduced to “6 minutes from peak and 7.5 minutes from peak”, which is expected to increase overall capacity.

The New Taipei City Transit Office noted that the 3 newly added stations are adjacent to the “Remains of the ancient Huwei battlefield in the Qing Dynasty” 136 years ago and crossed the relics of the city with the elevated “Bridge of the Blue Sea “. Therefore, the station is specially integrated with history and culture. With the theme “The Battle of Huwei in the Qing Dynasty French War”, the Museum of Historic Sites created sculptures of the silhouettes of French warships and weapons, the wall of yellow hibiscus and the text light booth of Huwei battle, etc., so that the battle scenes were vividly depicted on the pillars.

The art team used silhouettes to represent battle figures, weapons, and ships, and then engraved hibiscus flowers between the pillars, allowing text from the battle to flow across the scaffolding floors, etc., to present the image. from the historical events of the “Battle of Huwei” a hundred years ago; 3 stations Represented by the earlier, middle and late stages of the war, it can be said that the light rail station in general is “musealized”. There are bus stops, YouBike, and other transfer facilities next to each station, which also provide more convenient transfer services.

The New Taipei City Transit Office stated that the opening ceremony was held at 10 am on the 15th. New Taipei City Mayor Hou Youyi personally presided over the opening and took the first train. It officially opened to traffic at 2pm and was opened to the general public for early users. At night, Fisherman’s Wharf Guanhai Square planned the carnival. , Including company performances, garden party and inviting singers’ orchestras like Bi Shujin and Bayi Sanyao to sing in the warm atmosphere. A 600-second high-rise fireworks display will be on display at night. Due to traffic control, people who want to attend the festival are the best Use public transport to avoid traffic jams.

New Taipei MRT Corporation noted that one month after the opening date, people at three new stations can ride for free as long as they have an e-ticket (mileage is free). At the same time, to celebrate the opening to traffic, we have cooperated with well-known local companies in Tamsui to develop peripheral products in limited packaging for the opening of the Blue Ocean Line, as well as a limited commemorative ticket for the opening of the Blue Ocean Line. The content is based on the cartoon characters “Xiong Da” and “Tutu”. Design 2 sets of exclusive ocean blue line commemorative cards, each priced at 290 yuan, limited sale.

“Apple News” recently attempted to seize the first phase of Blue Ocean Line 3 stations, from Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf Station (V26), Shalun Station (V27) and Taipei Ocean University Station (V28). The location of Danshui Fisherman’s Wharf Station is Located on the outskirts of Fisherman’s Wharf, you have to walk 5-7 minutes after exiting the station to reach the hotel dock. Although it is a bit far, it can be considered to save you from parking hassles.

The multi-meter style painting and exterior installation art of the Blue Ocean Line continue the design of the Green Mountain Line, and the white station is elevated and airy, making people particularly relaxed and relaxed. . After entering the wagon, the viewing window is several times larger than that of the normal MRT. The maximum width is about 3 meters and the height is 1.6 meters. It is a highlight. Since the average speed is about 40 to 50 km, it is not fast. The buildings outside the car and the contrast in the speed of the pedestrians make an interesting scene.

However, due to the steel wheels and several flat 90 degree turns, the noise is still not small and the driver will still pass carefully. With the control of the traffic lights, they will basically get past every intersection smoothly. And the brightest is the “one minute” across the Blue Ocean Arch Bridge, which overlooks the entire Taiwan Strait through large bottom-up windows, as well as the Tianxi Estuary and Company’s Shalun Beach. Tamsui. If you are facing the sunset, it will be even more spectacular. The beautiful, open landscape will definitely keep you taking photos with your camera.

However, the original plan for the 6 stations of the second phase of the Blue Ocean Line to divert Tamsui Old Street, provoked a strong local reaction. After much communication and coordination, a preliminary consensus was reached on the new route to the riverbank. After an internal review by the city government, the changes to the new route and the financial plan have been presented to the Ministry of Transportation, if all goes well, an environmental impact analysis will be carried out later this year. (Zeng Jiajun, Xinbei report)

◎ The first phase of the Danhai blue ocean line small file

Total funding: about 12.8 billion (Phase 1 of Green Mountain Line and Blue Ocean Line)

Total length: 2.21 km

Start Date: November 23, 2014

Opening date: December 15, 2020.

Body factory and station machine:

3 recently added stations (V26 Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf Station, V27 Shalun Station, V28 Taipei Ocean University Station), a 4.9 hectare five-level light rail plant

features:

Museum station “French War of the Qing Dynasty”

120 meter light blue carved bridge over the sea

The only MRT in Taiwan that can see the Taiwan Strait.

Source: New Taipei City MRT Bureau, “Apple News” interview

◎ Traffic information around Blue Ocean Line

Shared bike:

YouBike public bicycle

MOOVO assisted electric bike

Bus:

Ocean University Station: 870, Red 37 and Red 38 (fresh water); Red 23 (triple)

Shalun Station: Red 23 (Sanchong)

Fisherman’s Wharf Station: Red 26 (Guide) Red 23 (Sanchong)

Source: New Taipei City MRT Corporation