Southeast Asia’s biggest railway station opens in Bangkok with fanfare, nostalgia

Thailand officially opened its new Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal in Bangkok on January 19, 2023. Also known as Bang Sue Grand Station, the facility is described as Southeast Asia’s biggest railway station. Thai authorities hope the US$1-billion project will allow the country to become an international hub for the region. The capital’s previous main terminal, Hua Lamphong station, will also remain in operation after public pressure persuaded authorities not to close the century-old station.