When commuters reach the bold blue and white, cave-like platform at T-Centralen, they’re reminded that they’ve indeed ventured underground. Start boring down, though, and unexpected changes in color and shape reveal a very different animal. The austere concrete and stainless steel design somehow achieves a functional beauty rather than oppressing all those commuters scurrying to and from their offices.Ībove ground, Stockholm’s central station looks like a pretty average part of a rapid transit system. London Underground might be the great-great-grandparent of all the world’s metro stations but Westminster, opened just days before the new millennium, has to be one of the most futuristic-looking. In 1998, Lisbon hosted a world expo, in part to celebrate 500 years of Portuguese inventions.īuilt to help transport the expo’s 11 million visitors, the station is a whimsically colorful space that to this day holds its own as a modern work of art. Opened in 1952 to alleviate the congestion of one of Moscow’s busiest transport hubs, the opulence of the mosaics was inspired by an infamous wartime speech by Stalin. Komsomolskaya station’s baroque-style decor, historical mosaics and chandeliered ceilings resemble a grand ballroom. This stunning station has competition: it’s part of the city’s network of so-called Metro Art Stations. Opened in 2012, Toledo station defies its depth – at 50 meters, one of the deepest in Naples – with a design based around themes of light and water.Ī work called “Light Panels” by Robert Wilson illuminates the station corridor furthest underground. In 2001, Westfriedhof’s platform was aesthetically enhanced by 11 enormous, domed lighting fixtures that continuously bathe the surroundings in haunting shades of blue, yellow and red. Inaugurated in 1998 to little fanfare, this otherwise ordinary looking station took on new life just three years later. Moscow joined the party in 1935 and now boasts one of the busiest metro systems in the world – carrying more than 6.5 million passengers a day.īut as the following stations show, more than 150 years after the London Underground opened, there’s a lot more to a great subway stop than getting from A to B. The first metro might have been uncomfortable and unhealthy (toxic steam often entered the train cars due to poor ventilation) but it soon became clear that few cities of any size should be without one.īy the mid-1920s, Paris, Madrid, Berlin and Milan had their own subterranean networks – with cleaner, electric-powered trains and often also beating London’s Tube in the aesthetic appeal of their stations.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.Opening in 1863, London has the world’s oldest underground railway but it also has, in austerely beautiful Westminster, one of Europe’s most futuristic-looking stations. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.ĭepending on the route, it might cost as much as UAH 4,773. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. TaxiCatching a cab is the easiest way to get from Tbilisi to Yerevan.

Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure. While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible.As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc. If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience.Things to remember before opting for a bus ride: Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.Īirlines flying from Tbilisi to YerevanArmenia Aircompany, Fly One, FlyOne Armenia, Georgian Airways BusesTaking a bus from Tbilisi to Yerevan is cheaper than flying.This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from. It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online.Things to remember before boarding a plane:

Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is UAH 3,980. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. FlightsTraveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Tbilisi to Yerevan.

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