Sengkang MRT/LRT Station facts for kids
Sengkang MRT/LRT Station (also known as NE16/STC) is a busy train station in Singapore. It's a special kind of station called an interchange station. This means you can switch between two different train lines here: the North East MRT Line and the Sengkang LRT Line. The station is located in the Sengkang area. It's also connected directly to a shopping mall called Compass One, which is super handy!
Station History
Sengkang Station has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's how it all happened:
- On 18 January 2003, the station first opened its doors. It was part of the East Loop of the Sengkang LRT Line.
- A few months later, on 20 June 2003, the North East Line started running. This made Sengkang an interchange station.
- On 29 January 2005, the West Loop of the Sengkang LRT Line also opened. At first, trains only went one way on this loop.
- Finally, on 1 January 2013, the Sengkang LRT Line West Loop became fully bidirectional. This means trains could travel both ways all day long, making it easier for everyone!
Cool Features
Sengkang Station is not just about trains; it also has some cool art! You can find a special artwork called T.R.A.N.S.I.T.I.O.N.S. by an artist named Koh Bee Liang. It's located on the mezzanine level of the station. This artwork adds a touch of creativity to your daily commute.
Images for kids
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Sengkang MRT platforms
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A West Loop-bound LRT train stopping at Sengkang.
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T.R.A.N.S.I.T.I.O.N.S. by Koh Bee Liang at the mezzanine level of the station.
