Several newly opened stations along Beijing Subway Line 8 have been turned into "underground galleries," decorated with ancient and traditional Chinese designs, from architecture to paintings. A giant mural inspired by princes' mansions during Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties is seen at Wangfujing Station on Monday. /CFP

The platform at Qianmen Station is decorated with red gates and pillars. /CFP

The Jinyu Hutong (Goldfish Hutong) Station has a giant mural featuring a pond of swimming goldfish. /CFP

A giant mural featuring a flock of cranes flying over the landscapes is seen at Qianmen Station on Monday. /CFP

The station hall at Qianmen Station has ancient Beijing-styled designs with elevators surrounded by red doors. /CFP

The opening of the three stations means that Line 8 is fully operational, connecting the north and south of the city. /CFP