Much has been said about airport renovations currently being undertaken under the leadership of Nigeria’s aviation minister, Princess Stella Oduah. We bring you some ‘eye-candy’ airports from around the world and hope that a Nigerian airport would make such a list in the nearest future.
#11 – Changi Airport (Singapore)
Is this an airport or botanic garden?
Changi Airport with its 5-meter “Green Wall”, numerous orchids and butterfly garden has won over 390 various awards.
#10 – Madrid-Barajas Airport (Spain)
One of the busiest airports in Europe!
Four huge terminals of Barajas Airport make it one of the largest airports in the world. Yellow ceilings of its stylish terminals impress about 50 million travelers a year.
#9 – Denver International Airport (USA)
Looks like a huge camping tent.
This is the largest airport in the United States of America. The total area of the Denver International Airport (over fifty square miles) makes it the second largest airport in the world. However, it impresses not just by the huge area, but mainly by its fiberglass roof. Moreover, this is a solar powered airport.
#8 – Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok, Thailand)
One of the biggest and stylish airports in Asia!
Sophisticated design and green surrounding area made this airport extremely popular among tourists. Suvarnabhumi Airport takes the 2nd position on the Instagram’s list of world’s most popular places to take a picture.
#7 – King Abdulaziz International Airport (Saudi Arabia)
A tent-shaped roof made of white fiberglass is one of the main attractions of King Abdulaziz International Airport.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is known for its huge (100 acres) Hajj terminal created for pilgrims heading to Mecca.
#6 – Samui Airport (Thailand)
Flight delays will not scare you, if you rest in this cozy departure lounge.
The only indoor area in Samui Airport is a small gift shop. The outdoor terminals allow travelers feel fresh water breeze coming from the Maenam Beach.
#5 – Marrakech Menara Airport (Morocco)
Stylish exterior impresses by its unique combination of modern and traditional decorative elements.
This airport was built during the Second World War by the US Air Force. Today, Marrakech Menara Airport serves over three million passengers per year.
#4 – Los Angeles International Airport (USA)
Just look at this design!
Los Angeles International Airport resembles a modern space base, rather than an airport. Its restaurant located between the two arches gives an excellent view of the airport runway.
#3 – O’Hare International Airport (Chicago, USA)
O’Hare International Airport is regularly voted as the best airport in the USA.
This is one of the busiest airports in the world. Every year O’Hare International Airport serves over 65 million passengers. Its stunning design makes unforgettable impression on every passenger.
#2 – Dubai International Airport, (United Arab Emirates)
Palms and luxury are everywhere!
This airport seems to be the best in everything. Being the 2nd largest building in the world, Dubai International Airport has world’s largest terminal. It is also one of the most luxurious airports.
#1 – London Heathrow Airport (United Kingdom)
Shopaholics should stay away of this place!
Yearly over 130 million travelers are served at London’s Heathrow Airport. It has 5 terminals and a great number of shops.
(Via Chirkup Me)
