Also called the London Station this is Europe's largest train station, comparable to Gare du Nord in Paris. We travel through this station going in and out of London as it services most of south England. Built in 1848 covering over 25 acres the main roof is 520 X 540 ft. From this station there are 21 platforms with trains that feed the south, or you can get on the underground tubes that feed all of London. This station has been a popular site for many television and movie scenes. In 2006 and 2007 many people will remember scenes from The Bourne Ultimatum staring Matt Damon, that were shot here. Last year this station handled over 187 million people. This is a picture I took last Friday inside the station and a shot from the top of the London Eye which is close by. You would not even believe the crowds of commuters in this massive station during rush hour, and even worse when trains run late.
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