Singapore's 15th reservoir was officially opened on 21 October 2008. What made this reservoir so special is the fact that it's source is from a river that flows through the heart of the city; a river that many years ago had been associated with filth. 
After many years of water management, public education and technology, it is finally made clean enough to be used as drinking water. The idea behind this reservoir originated from the man who had made what Singapore is today - Mr Lee Kuan Yew - a vision that took twenty years to materialise. 
After many years of water management, public education and technology, it is finally made clean enough to be used as drinking water. The idea behind this reservoir originated from the man who had made what Singapore is today - Mr Lee Kuan Yew - a vision that took twenty years to materialise. 
I visited the Water Icon the next day during the celebrations and managed to take a few photos. I was greeted by some performances at the entrance. There were also various stalls set up based on water theme. Further in was a water fountain and a play area for kids to enjoy the various water sprouts. In the reservoir proper, people were paddling the canoes. But alas, this activity was only available during the celebrations.
The Marina Barrage is a perfect place to take the photo of Singapore's skyline. This is especially so againist the setting sun, with its nice colours. I did not spend enough time there to experience the ligthings of the skyline at night; but from some photos taken by other photographers, the sight is breathtaking. I will definitely be there again for night photography.
Enjoy the following slideshow on scenes of the celebrations...
