Photos: Sweden's Stunning Subway Stations Vs., Um, The MTA
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<p>Meanwhile, back in New York... the MTA has constructed an elaborate series of footbridges to rival the Patagonian Andes. </p>
<p>At least we get to make new friends in the New York subway, unlike those withdrawn, stand-offish Swedes.</p>
<p>A single rainbow. Big deal.</p>
Our subways have detailed signage for easy use and convenience.
<p>Our subway platforms enable riders to enjoy a quick round of tennis while awaiting the next train.</p>
<p>We've got art, too! Olafur Eliasson's <a href="http://gothamist.com/2008/06/27/nyc_waterfalls_night_moves.php">famous Waterfalls installation</a> was such a hit the MTA commissioned the artist to recreate it underground.</p>
<p>In NYC subways, workers don't waste their time prettying up the place with a bunch of superficial decorations. They've got work to do.</p>
<p>Wow, impressive <a href="http://gothamist.com/2010/04/24/nyc_transit_continues_countdown_clo.php">countdown clock</a>, Sweden! Really state of the art.</p>