Yet another free tourist attraction in Singapore
♫ Friday, August 3rd, 2007Most tourist attractions in Singapore are chargable. However, we discovered a rare gem last week when we visited the Singapore Newater Visitor Centre.
The Newater Visitor Centre is one of those places not to be missed if you are interested in Science and technology. Or when you have children of schooling age. A trip there would prove to be a valuable session in gaining a comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of water-related topics.
Newater is one of the 4 water sources in Singapore. It uses technologies involving advanced membrane and ultraviolet technologies in the production of NEWater, an alternative solution to water scarcity problem in the nation.
During the 1.5 hour of guided tour to the Newater factory, not only the water filtration process was explained and shown clearly via a multimedia presentations, hands-on interactive games were available as well. We were each given a bottle of newater. It tastes great and no difference from bottled mineral water.
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit there. It was indeed an afternoon well spent.
Newater Visitor Centre is located near to the Singapore Expo, admission is free. Free private shuttle services are available from Tanah Merah MRT Station. Centre is open daily except on Monday. Book the free guided tour in advance from it’s website before you go.