Which airports are worth visiting as destinations in themselves? [closed]
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As a big fan of air travel, I'd like to figure out which airports a keen traveller should consider putting on their bucket list - considering the airports as a destination in themselves, or at least a noteworthy place to travel through - rather than simply a way of getting from A to B. I would nominate as a starting point:
London Heathrow (Terminal 5) - a lovely, modern, airy airport terminal - huge and impressive. Perhaps not the friendliest or always most efficient of destinations, but nevertheless outshines many western airports.
Vancouver - like being in a jungle-themed mall or theme park, fun, airy, and pleasant.
I'm thinking primarily here about the architectural or artistic merits aspects of the building or complex itself, not so much about customer service or other such aspects, in an attempt to keep this question focused. I'm not looking necessarily for personal opinions, more airports where there's always a good documented consensus that they are noteworthy.
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One of the nicest airport where I've been is Funchal in Madeira. The airport itself is small, but it has a nice balcony to see the airplanes arriving and departing. You can have a beer and relax while you see all the activity around planes (if you like it). It's also very confortable, with sofas here and there where people can sit and look at the magnificent Ocean view.
The landing field won a major engeneering prize due to its unique structural construction
The landing itself is also quite an experience. And watching the airplanes aproach in such a dramatic landscape is also intersting.
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SIN (Singapore Changi). Clean, theater, gardens, and a tour of the city. As a major international hub, it's easy to connect through. I find the main terminal to be architecturally pleasing, but you'll have to pass through customs to see it.
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