Synonym: Transport interchange
A transport hub is the intersection of one or more modes of transportation and includes a variety of transport facilities that are commonly used to handle the transfer, delivery, and arrival operations of passengers and cargo. In a scenic area or park, the transport hub is usually a tourist support centre and an important distribution and transfer centre for tourists travelling to different destinations.
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(2020). Transport Hub. In: Chen, A., Ng, Y., Zhang, E., Tian, M. (eds) Dictionary of Geotourism. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-2538-0_2595
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