1 Vote. The phrase like water for chocolate comes from the Spanish como agua para chocolate.[3] This phrase is a common expression in some Spanish-speaking countries and was the inspiration for Laura Esquivel's novel title (the name has a double meaning).
Currently, the largest train station in the World by number of platforms is the Grand Central Terminal located in New York. It has 44 platforms and is spread on an area of 48 acres. Built in 1871, it has under gone many reconstructions.
Warsaw had the most growth in passengers, with an 11.3% rise on their figures for 2012. Both the UK and Germany had five airports in the top 30. Also released today were figures for the busiest train stations within the UK. Only two of the top ten, Birmingham New Street and Leeds, were not in London. With 92m entrances and exits by passengers in 2013, London Waterloo was officially the busiest train station in the UK. More blogposts. European Union holidays.