4. Central Railway Station, Helsinki, Finland
Used by over 200,000 passengers per day, Helsinki's Central station is Finland's focal point for public transportation. Clad in granite and featuring a distinct clock tower as well as statues holding the lamps that adorn the entrance to the station, the station is one of the world's most unique. It is distinctly Finnish in its architectural style and that is what makes this station so unique. You couldn't forget where you were when walking the hallways and platforms of Helsinki Central!
3. Haydarpaşa Terminal, Istanbul, Turkey
Damaged by a fire in 2010, the future of Haydarpaşa Terminal is uncertain. Proposed to be redone as Istanbul's main terminal for a future high-speed line between Istanbul and Turkey's capital city Ankara, the castle-like station remains stunning. Located on the other side of Bosphorus, when it was still open it also functioned as a bus and ferry terminal.
2. Hungerburgbahn stations, Innsbruck, Austria
The mountainous, landlocked country of Austria is best known for its world class skiing, but it is also home to one of the world's most sophisticated rail systems. This is in order to make traveling between the country's many mountain towns easier for commuters. It's no wonder then that Austria is also home to one of the world's most beautiful train stations. Designed by famed architect Zaha Hadid, Hungerburgbahn is a futuristic set of stations that is as aesthetically ambitious as it is functional.
1. Southern Cross Station, Melbourne, Australia
With a roof that looks something akin to a wave, Southern Cross Station's modern architecture makes it one of the world's most beautiful train stations. The roof itself stretches an entire city block and almost looks like a gigantic air filled blanket hovering over the platforms of the station. The architecture alone makes this station a must see!
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