{"id":6881,"date":"2021-05-06T12:40:13","date_gmt":"2021-05-06T04:40:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/?p=6881"},"modified":"2022-03-11T11:52:52","modified_gmt":"2022-03-11T03:52:52","slug":"ba-son-metro-station","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/ba-son-metro-station\/","title":{"rendered":"Saigon’s Ba Son Metro Station Completed Amid COVID-19 Pandemic & It Looks Stunning"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ba Son Station was completed on 29th April<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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It’s been 9 years since Saigon’s metro line project first kicked off. Due to multiple delays, the metro has yet to start operations. When the latest COVID-19 wave hit, many of us wondered if it would result in prolonged delays for the project.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nonetheless, every cloud has a silver lining. <\/span>Despite the travel restrictions amid the escalating COVID-19 pandemic, the Ba Son Station of Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien metro line<\/strong> has been completed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a glimpse into Saigon\u2019s most modern public transport facility once the metro line begins operations.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Spacious station with white wave design motifs inspired by the Saigon River<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage adapted from: HCMC METRO<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Ba Son Station is an underground metro station located in the area of Ton Duc Thang Street – a 10-minute walk from the vibrant Me Linh Square and Bach Dang Port.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage adapted from: HCMC METRO<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Drawing inspiration from the iconic Saigon River, Ba Son Station is decked out with high undulating ceilings. Not only does this unique design lend the space a sense of airiness, but it also helps to reduce noise.\u00a0<\/span>
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Awash in shades of white and grey, clean lines, and ample lighting, the future transit facilities boast modern aesthetics for a bright <\/span>commuting environment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage adapted from: HCMC METRO<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

According to <\/span>Nhan Dan<\/span><\/a><\/em>, the underground train station features 2 basement levels with a total length of 240 meters, width of 35 meters, and depth of 17 meters.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage adapted from: HCMC METRO<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Basement 1 will function as a lobby, equipped with ticketing gantries and an information desk.\u00a0<\/span>Train platforms where passengers can board and alight from the trains will be found on basement 2.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ba Son Station is adjacent to the Saigon River<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nMe Linh Square<\/span>
\n<\/span>Image credit: <\/span>@benz.mind<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Not only does Ba Son Station have a striking design, but it’s also located in a strategic location.<\/span><\/p>\n

Completed on 29th April 2021, Ba Son Station will serve the Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien Line connecting District 1 and District 9.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nBa Son area<\/em>
\nImage credit: <\/span>@stevenduc2302<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Ba Son Station has 5 access points, including one near Saigon River, one close to VPBank Tower, one not far from Ba Son Company, while the others are adjacent to Vinhomes Golden River residence.<\/span><\/p>\n

The station got its name from its surroundings, which was the historic Ba Son Port where the grandest shipbuilding activities in Southeast Asia once took place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Saigon metro project is progressing slowly, but surely<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on our lives, economy, and infrastructure projects. With year-long travel restrictions on top of other difficulties, the metro project has encountered numerous troubles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Against all odds, it’s great to see that the metro project is still up and running. After the removal of barriers on Le Loi Street<\/a>, the completion of Ba Son Station has offered us a glimpse into the physical transformation of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n

We can’t wait for what’s in store next.<\/p>\n

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