Ang Mo Kio Planning Area
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The Ang Mo Kio Planning Area is one of 55 planning areas of Singapore as defined by the Urban Redevelopment Authority. Bounded by Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, Old Upper Thomson Road, Upper Thomson Road, Seletar Expressway, and Central Expressway, it covers an area of approximately 13.36 square kilometres, which is developed and expanded from an original area of 6.38 square kilometres. Ten sub-zones further demarcate the area, namely Town Centre (Ang Mo Kio), Cheng San, Chong Boon, Townsville, Shangri-La, Kebun Bahru, Sembawang Hills, Yio Chu Kang, Sindo, and Seletar.
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[edit] Town centre rejuvenation
The town's thirty-two years of existence can be considered a relatively short lifespan in the context of world history, but in such an oft-changing environment as Singapore, almost anything can be perceived as "old" by many people after merely a few years. To illustrate a common Singaporean perspective on time, it is reported anecdotally that a taxicab driver once stated that if something is three years old then it is "old" in Singapore.
The biggest attraction of every new town is the novelty of its new concepts, colors and innovative designs. The upcoming Center of the New Town will be boasting a completely re-built beautiful and colorful complex with its newest boast of ideas, concepts and vision put into reality. The planned Ang Mo Kio Town Center will definitely be another big draw of new crowds to the new town. It will have an air-conditioned multi-level shopping cum car park with the common interlink to the present Ang Mo Kio MRT Station and the re-built Ang Mo Kio Bus Interchange.
[edit] Places of worship
There many temples, mosques and churches scattered all over the estate. It is usually a walking distance for anyone interested to visit.
[edit] Education
For many residents living in Ang Mo Kio housing estate, one of the reasons for relocating here is the existence of many schools. It has plenty of kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, as well as junior colleges plus a new IT college. Among the many well established educational and public interest outlets is the old Ang Mo Kio Library which has been renovated and run by a very friendly staff. Every morning on their open days and without fail, these warm friendly staff at the library will stand at the entrance way to wish all early birds with a happy smiling "good morning" welcome!
