China ushered in its largest annual population migration on January 14, 2025, 15 days ahead of the Spring Festival, or the Chinese New Year.

A traditional lion dance show is presented on the stage.

A lively opening ceremony for the Spring Festival travel rush was held at the third-floor waiting hall of Guangzhou South Railway Station in Panyu District, Guangzhou, on the morning of January 14. During the event, exciting dragon and lion dances were presented on stage, along with a festive on-site Spring Festival couplet writing activity, creating a lively and joyful vibe.

Calligraphers write the Spring Festival couplets for passengers.

Finished Spring Festival couplets.

Three staff members of the Guangzhou South Railway Station pose for a photo with the character Fu (福).

Passengers wait for high-speed trains in the waiting room.