After Kaohsiung MRT Formosa Boulevard Station was recognized for the artistic features, Taipei MRT Jiantian Station has been selected as one of the coolest subway stations in the world by Thrillist. The unique and cultural design of Taipei MRT Jiantian Station represents the concept of a dragon boat. Corresponding with the coming Dragon Boat Festival in June 20th, this news could not have come at a better time. Jiantian MRT Station is one of the busiest stations in the whole MRT system, but rarely does the passenger realize the cool design. The station leads to many hot attractions in Taipei like the renowned Shiling Night Market, National Palace Museum, and Taipei City Children's Amusement Park.

The Taipei MRT is the heaviest transportation system in Taipei City for all locals and travelers. The website Thrillist Media Group has selected Taipei Jiantian MRT Station as one of the 10 coolest subway stations in the world for the distinguished design. With extreme simplicity design and modern method, the image of the dragon boat has won Jiantian Station many awards in the country, now known globally.
Taipei MRT routes has extended over the pass decades. With each new station built, the design of the station was more and more carefully designed. The artistic graffiti in Nangang Station, public art in Songshan Station, and stationary art design in Daan Forest Park Station, making the stations more than just stations, it is pleasant experience for all commuting.

Jiantian Station is located on the red line between Tamsui and Xinyi. The route takes you north to Beitou, Tamsui and east to Taipei 101, Taipei Commercial District. The rich nearby attractions includes Shiling Night Market, Yangmingshan, National Palace Musem, Taipei Astronomical Museum, and Tamsui. It’s one heavy tourism MRT route, convenient for old street travel in Tamsui, hot spring vacation in Beitou and even butterfly festival in Yangmingshan. With the coming Dragon Boat Festival, plan your holidays with a visit to Jiantian MRT Station for a more festive vacation. Comfortable and convenient hotels like Les Suites Grandee and Starbeauty Resort Hotel are excellent choices for easy Taipei exploration.

Article inspired by Thrillist: http://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/the-coolest-subway-stations-in-the-world
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