By MOOK Scenic Spots Family / Compiled report
Taiwan Railways spent NT$79 million renovating 29 carriages, including business class, dining cars, and lounge cars for the "Star of the Island" service. However, the refurbished tourist train's interior, which slightly lacks quality and features inconsistent styles, has sparked heated discussion and criticism online.
The chaotic and inconsistent interior design has stirred up lively discussions online. (Photo / fun Taiwan Railways, the same below)
Taiwan’s tourist trains had not been renovated in 18 years. This time, NT$79 million was invested to upgrade the trains, not only replacing all carriages but also adding entertainment features such as scenic rotating seats and karaoke rooms.
Jarring color choices and wildly different interior styles.
Scenic rotating seat carriage.
The renovation of this tourist train has drawn online backlash, with netizens criticizing its low quality, wasteful use of public funds, and even expressing concerns about Taiwan’s lack of respect and trust in design professionalism.
The standing dining area in the dining car.
Puzzling color combinations.
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