A disused, rubbish-filled well in Pasir Putih, Malaysia, has been miraculously transformed into a source of crystal-clear, sweet-smelling water with healing properties.

Dug by the council in 1980 near the local fish market, the well was abandoned after it was fouled by rubbish and became unfit for use. On 8 November 2007, however, a white light shone from the well, and residents found that the water had become crystal clear and was exuding a sweet fragrance.

Market trader Basri Hashim said he was performing the Subuh (dawn) prayers at a nearby surau (Muslim prayer room) when the congregation smelt the fragrance coming from the well. "After completing the prayers, many heard the sound of water gushing in the well. We went and saw that the water was clean and clear," he said.

Since then hundred of people have travelled long distances to visit the well and drink the water, claimed to have healing powers. Some even bring buckets to fill so they can bathe in the water. Journalists visiting a few days after the story broke reported that the water was "clear with a slight, sweet scent". Pasir Putih district health officers have taken samples for tests.

"In the past, water from the well was reddish in colour and had a foul smell. Many would not even go near the well," said fishmonger Baharum Mamat. "Now, you can even drink it straight from the well without boiling the water first."

(Source: New Straits Times, Malaysia) 2007

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