Most people hear the train from their window. In Chongqing, China, some residents live right on top of it.
At Liziba Station, a monorail doesn't go around a 19-story building. It goes straight through it!
A Station Unlike Any Other
The monorail glides in and out of the building between the sixth and eighth floors, where the station sits. Above it, the upper floors are home to apartments. Talk about a short commute!
Living above a train station might sound like a recipe for sleepless nights, but the building was designed with residents in mind. It's built to reduce noise, so passing trains don't disturb the people who live there.
History on Board
The building holds more than tracks and apartments. It's also home to a museum that showcases the city's rail history, giving visitors a look at how Chongqing keeps moving.
All Aboard for Sightseers
The unusual setup has turned Liziba into a local hot spot. Tourists flock to the station just to watch the train disappear into the building and pop out the other side, and to snap the perfect photo of it.
In a city known for its hills, bridges, and towering skyline, Liziba Station proves that when space is tight, a little creativity can take you right through the middle of things.
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