In Belgium, in the heart of Antwerp, there is a building that cannot be confused with any others. The central station, called the “railway cathedral”, has been impressing with its momentum for over a century. No wonder that travelers willingly stop here for a moment to admire its unusual interior. What makes him consider one of the most beautiful stations in the world? It all started with one man.
How big is the station in Antwerp? Architectural gem that is breathtaking
Antwerp, one of the most important ports of Europe, at the end of the 19th century needed a railway station that would match its importance. The city authorities entrusted this task to Louis Delacenserie, an architect specializing in the renovation of Gothic monuments of Bruges. His design combined various styles, from the Renaissance to Baroque, enriched with neoclassical columns and a dome inspired by the Roman pantheon. After ten years of construction, in 1905, it was created about a facade resembling a monumental palace.
The interior is the most impressive – full of light, marble decorations and gilded details. The platform hall, designed by Clément Van Bogert, impresses with a momentum. It is 185 meters long and 44 meters high, and its glass roof adds lightness. Although during World War II the building suffered serious damage, careful renovation restored its former splendor. Today, he impresses even more, because since 2020 at night it is illuminated by intelligent, energy -saving lighting, which subtly extracts architectural details.
Which railway station in the world is the most beautiful? Many think that the one in Antwerp
The charm of the pearl did not escape the rest of the globe. In 2014, Dennis Green, the editor of Mashable, recognized the station in Antwerp as the most beautiful station in the world. He also hit the list of the most beautiful stations prepared by “Condé STEM TRAVELLER” and the prestigious Euronews ranking. Travelers also spare him praise. At Google Maps, the station won 4.6 stars and over 3.5 thousand reviews of full delight both over the architecture itself and the unique atmosphere of this place. Many tourists admit that when walking on his interiors, you can feel like in a palace ballroom. It’s hard to believe that it is a still working railway station from which trains regularly leave.
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Source: Gazeta
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