( CNN ) -- Whether they are designed by cutting-edge architects or decorated with priceless works of art , train and metro stations have become unlikely sites of some of the world 's most exquisite architecture and design . Take New York 's Grand Central Terminal , illuminated by a collection of ostentatious chandeliers . Or Madrid 's Atocha station , which plays host to a vast indoor garden . Just last week it was announced that London 's St Pancras International train station would be installing the second work in its contemporary arts program in April next year . Suspended high above the international terminus , a group of perspex shard sculptures by the artist David Batchelor will encourage the station 's 48 million annual passengers to pause and consider the grandeur of their surroundings . See also : Could Silk Road railways link Asia and Europe ? In a tribute to the world 's most spectacular and culturally significant stations , we 've compiled the gallery above to highlight some of the train terminals that offer more than just a functional mesh of tracks , carriages , signals and platforms . Our list is by no means exhaustive . If we 've missed your favorite station , let us know in the comments section below .
Train and metro stations unlikely hubs of art , culture and style . London St Pancras has announced the latest offering of its contemporary arts program . Comment: