Tongkang LRT Station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tongkang
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light rail | |
Platforms | island |
Tracks | 2 |
Construction | |
Structure type | elevated |
Platform levels | 2 |
Bicycle facilities | yes |
Disabled access | Yes |
Other information | |
Station code | SW7 |
History | |
Opened | 29 January 2005 |
Electrified | yes |
Tongkang LRT Station SW7 is a train station in Sengkang, Singapore. It's part of the Sengkang LRT Line West Loop. This station helps people travel easily around the Sengkang area. It first opened its doors in January 2005. On the same day, another train line, the Punggol LRT East Loop, also started running.
Why Is It Called Tongkang?
Have you ever wondered how train stations get their names? Tongkang Station is named after a special type of boat! A tongkang is a light boat that people used a long time ago for moving things on rivers. This area was once very busy with water activities. So, the station was named Tongkang to remember its history and connection to the rivers.
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