Durian Tunggal Reservoir

Durian Tunggal Reservoir

The Durian Tunggal Reservoir (Malay: Takungan Durian Tunggal) is a reservoir in Malacca, Malaysia. It is one of the main source of water supply to residents in Malacca.[1]

History

In early 1991, the reservoir dried up, affecting more than 600,000 people. The problem continued until early 1992. In 1993, to overcome this problem, the Malacca State Government signed a water supply agreement with Johor State Government.[2]

Facilities

The reservoir features camping area, jogging paths, merry-go-round, children's playground and refreshment kiosk.

Activities

Various activities can be done at the reservoir, such as boating, fishing or windsurfing.

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Durian Tunggal Recreational Lake, Malacca". AOL Travel.
  2. ↑ "Learning efficient water supply management from Malacca". The Rakyat Post.

Coordinates: 2°21′18.4″N 102°18′58.4″E / 2.355111°N 102.316222°E / 2.355111; 102.316222

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