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Built in 1913, this grand railway station has 44 platforms and 67 tracks. The Grand Central Station holds the title of the largest railway station.

New Delhi: Grand Central Station in New York is one of the most renowned and impressive train stations in the world. Built in 1913, this grand railway station has 44 platforms and 67 tracks. The Grand Central Station holds the title of the largest railway station. Many would not know that 41 tracks are situated on the upper level, while 26 are on the lower level. The station also has stunning architectural details, like the grand ceiling mural and the iconic clock in the main hall.

Here are some of the key features of the station:

• Grand Central Terminal, commonly referred to as Grand Central Station, is located in the Midtown area of Manhattan.
• It was opened to the public on February 2, 1913, and today it stands as a historic landmark.
• Grand Central Terminal has a total of 44 platforms, which is more than any other railway station in the world.
• These platforms are spread across two levels — an upper floor and a lower level.
• Grand Central Station has a total of 67 tracks.
• This also makes it the largest railway station in the world in terms of track network
• Grand Central Station covers an area of approximately 48 acres. Its building is considered a magnificent example of grand architecture.
• The design of Grand Central Station is an excellent example of fine art. The celestial artwork on its ceiling is very famous.
• Additionally, this station has also been featured in many films and TV shows.

Grand Central Station: Location

The Grand Central Station is situated under the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. This spot of the station has grabbed the attention not just local New Yorkers but visitors from around the world, as reported by 6sqft.

Track 61, originally built in the 1930s for President Franklin Roosevelt, allowed him to travel between NYC and Washington DC without the public knowing he was paralysed from the waist down due to polio, which he contracted at the age of 39. After Roosevelt’s death, the specific track was never inaugurated for regular passengers.