China Completes 22.13 km Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, Reducing Travel Time to 20 Minutes, Connecting Central Asia

Jan 2, 2025, 03:49 AM

China has successfully completed the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, which is now recognized as the world's longest expressway tunnel, measuring 22.13 kilometers. The tunneling was finalized on December 30, 2024, and this infrastructure project is expected to significantly reduce travel time across the Tianshan Mountains, decreasing the journey from three hours to just 20 minutes. The tunnel serves as a crucial connection between the southern and northern regions of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, facilitating better access to Central Asia and the Pacific.