Gwangju Science Museum Opens 'Water Science Experience Zone' Featuring Giant Waterslide

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Jin-hyung] The National Gwangju Science Museum will operate a 'Water Science Experience Center' where visitors can enjoy a vacation in the city from the 29th of this month to the 28th of next month.

The Water Science Experience Center features a giant water slide measuring 30 meters in length and 7 meters in height, along with a refreshing ground fountain, a water tunnel, pedal boats, and water basketball.

For comfortable use, convenience facilities such as showers, changing rooms, and shade tents have been provided. Staff with lifeguard certification are stationed on site, and safety and hygiene are thoroughly maintained through regular cleaning and disinfection.

To offer a richer water play experience, various side activities such as water gun play, water gun golf, and water gun target shooting are available. Surprise events and survival swimming lessons are also held every weekend.

Deputy Director Jeon Tae-ho said, "The National Gwangju Science Museum's Water Science Experience Center is widely known for its clean water quality and safe operation, and we understand that many citizens have been eagerly awaiting its opening." He added, "This year, we have prepared a wider variety of water play facilities, so we hope many citizens will visit the Water Science Experience Center to enjoy exciting water play along with science during the hot summer."

The Water Science Experience Center will operate three sessions daily (except Mondays) from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM (each session lasting 2 hours, accommodating 200 people). The usage fee is 5,000 won, and advance online reservations are required for up to 150 people per session, made at least one day before the visit.

On-site ticketing is available for 50 people per session and for any remaining online reservation slots. For visitor safety, children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a guardian.

Online reservations and other detailed information can be found on the National Gwangju Science Museum website.

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