Chongqing East Railway Station has now become the largest railway station in the world, which is spread in size equal to 170 football fields. This station is not only a symbol of grandeur, but also offers a unique blend of modern design, hi-tech facilities and a comfortable journey for passengers. China has developed it to 1.22 million square meters, which is five times larger than New York’s Grand Central Terminal. Construction began in 2022 and will be completed by 2025, at a cost of around Rs 65,000 crore. About 3,84,000 passengers pass through this station every day, which clearly shows its global ambitions.
A unique blend of local culture and design
, Chongqing East Station is not only large in size, but also offers passengers a modern and cultural experience. The station’s architecture reflects local culture, such as Huang Jue-inspired pillars and camellia-style air conditioning units. Glass panels in the ceiling provide natural light throughout the day. Spread over three levels, this complex has 15 platforms and 29 railway tracks, which keeps traffic flowing even during peak hours.
Airport-like facilities for passengers
The station has modern technology like digital information board, multi-language help system and high-speed Wi-Fi. Adequate seats, mobile charging stations, secure lockers and wheelchair accessibility are available for passenger convenience. In addition, international food chains like McDonald’s, KFC and local Chongqing cuisine are also available. In terms of security, on-ground security and biometric scanning are in place.
Change your travel experience by high-speed rail
Chongqing East is connected by 7 major high-speed lines, which greatly reduces the travel time. The Fuxing bullet train can travel at a speed of 350 km/h, and you can see the view of the city crowd or mountain-river outside the window. The new Chongqing-Zhangjiajie line has reduced travel time by about 2.5 hours. Connectivity with Metro has also made local travel easier and faster. Not just a station, a complete experience Chongqing East Railway Station is not an ordinary transport hub, but a unique blend of convenience, safety and modernity. Traveling here is not just a matter of catching a train, but an experience. Its grandeur, technology and cultural design are indicative of China’s engineering prowess and show that railway stations in the future will mean more than just a journey, but a complete and rich experience.