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In major cities around the world, the subway is an important mode of transportation, serving millions of commuters per day. From Tokyo to London, subways are different in design and scope. Here are some of the most famous subways in the world.

The Paris Metro

Started in July 1900, the Paris Metro is the second busiest subway system in Europe, serving 4.5 million commuters a day. Running a total length of 214 km, it has 16 lines with 300 stations and 384 stops. Some of the stations, featuring elements of the Art Nouveau style, symbolize the spirit of Paris. The Paris Metro is managed by Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens (RATP). Information on the Paris Metro

The New York City Subway

The pioneering subway in New York was built by Interborough Rapid Transit (IRT) Subway. It began operating on 27 October 1904. Many other lines were opened in between 1940-1980, but a lot of them closed down during the 1950s, after World War II. At present, the MTA New York City Transit handles the transportation system of New York, including subway lines in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. About 4 million people use the New York subway lines daily. Information on the New York City Subway

The Tube

The London subway station is popularly known as the Tube. On 10 January 1863, the oldest metro system in the world was launched. To overcome the worsening traffic jams in London, the London Underground was created. Currently, there are about 12 lines across the city, catering to about 3.5 million passengers a day. Information on the Tube

The Los Angeles Subway

Opened in 1925, Los Angeles’ first subway was operated by Pacific Electric Subway. It operated for 30 years and closed down in 1955 to pave the way for the Red Cars. Today, there are two subway lines controlled by the Los Angeles County Metro Rail System. The first is the Red line, running from downtown LA to North Hollywood, and the second is the Purple line, traveling from Wilshire Blvd to Koreatown. Information on the Los Angeles Subway

The Toronto Subway

The Yonge Subway was the very first subway to exist in Toronto, Canada. It was built in 1949 by the Toronto Transportation Commission to conform to the demands of changing times. Now there are three subway lines, namely, Yonge-University Spadina, Bloor Danforth, and Sheppard. Information on Toronto Subways

The Barcelona Metro

The first underground railway system in Barcelona, Spain was built in 1924. Today, the Barcelona Metro is comprised of 11 subway lines, serving 209 stations in the city and the suburbs. Information on Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona and the Subway

The Brussels Metro

The city of Brussels opened its first underground tramway in 1964. However, it wasn’t until 1976 that the Brussels Metro started service. It now operates on 3 lines across 38 stations. The Brussels Metro is managed by the Société des Transports Intercommunaux de Bruxelles (STIB). The latest subway series is called the “boa” and it has been serving the public since 2007. Information on the Brussel Metro

The Montreal Metro

Montreal first planned to build a subway in 1910, but the plan was only realized five decades later. Started in 1966, the Montreal Metro is currently controlled by the Société de Transport de Montréal (STM). It has 4 lines and 68 stations. Information on the Montreal Metro

The Amsterdam Metro

Amsterdam’s rapid transit system is the Metro. It is operated by Gemeentelijk Vervoerbedrijf (GVB) but owned by the city. There are four lines that link the entire city. Now, a fifth line is being built and is set for completion in 2012. Information on Amsterdam Metro

The Moscow Metro

The first subway line in Moscow, the Sokolnicheskaya Line, was launched on 15 May 1935. Today it has 12 lines and 177 stations which are also called “the people’s palaces” in reference to their grandiose architecture. The Moscow Metro is the busiest subway system in Europe. Information on Moscow Metro

The Tokyo Subway

Started in 1927, the Tokyo subway system is comprised of three networks: Tokyo Metro, Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation, and the Tokyo Waterfront Area Rapid Transit. It has a total of 14 lines and 282 stations. The Tokyo Subway is known to be the busiest subway station in the world. Information on the Tokyo Subway

The Hong Kong Subway

The Hong Kong subway first started in 1979, and it was run by Massive Transit Railway (MTR). The merging of MTR and the Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation has made this subway system one of the most extensive subway systems in the world. Information on HK Subway

The Singapore Subway

Opened in 1987, the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is the subway system of Singapore. It has 3 lines and 66 stations. In 2003, Singapore inaugurated the world’s pioneering driverless subway line at the cost of $2.7 billion. Information on Singapore Subways and MRT

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