The largest railway station in the world opens in China: what the giant looks like.

The largest railway station in the world has opened in China

According to The Sun: Leave New York's Grand Central behind, as this terminal in China is now the largest in the world.

The terminal in China is the largest in the worldGetty There are 5,000 seats at the stationGetty

The station is located beneath Chongqing in southwestern China and has 15 platforms and 29 tracks.

The construction of the station cost approximately £5.82 billion, and its capacity allows it to serve up to 16,000 passengers daily.

With an area of 1.22 million square meters, Chongqing East is five times larger than Grand Central.

This area is equivalent to 170 football fields.

From this location, passengers can travel to cities such as Chongqing-Xiamen, Shanghai-Chongqing-Chengdu, and Chongqing-Wanzhou.

With such connections, travelers can reach major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen in just six to eight hours.

Design and Amenities

The station is designed to highlight the local nature — large columns resemble huangjiue trees.

Ventilation openings are shaped like flowers, and signs for guests are made in the style of bamboo scrolls.

The impressive glass wall on the roof makes the station look bright and spacious.

The railway station is filled with natural light due to its glass roofGetty 16,000 passengers can comfortably pass through the station per hourGetty

The station features many amenities for passengers – 5,000 comfortable seats, 1,000 of which are equipped with USB ports.

There are also various dining options, including popular chains like McDonald's and KFC, as well as local establishments.

Throughout the station, Wi-Fi, digital navigation equipment, and multilingual announcements are available.

This railway station in China is now the largest in the worldGetty The opening of the largest railway station in the world in Chongqing is an important event for China, showcasing its achievements in infrastructure and transport. With its vast area and modern technologies, the station not only significantly facilitates travel across the country but also creates new opportunities for tourism and regional economic development.