Hari Raya Aidil Fitri
Hari Raya Aidil Fitri is celebrated
by Muslims after the month-long Ramadan (Fasting month). Muslims
usher in the new year with prayers in the mosques followed by
receiving well-wishers in their homes.
Chinese New Year (January/February)
Chinese New Year
is a joyous time when friends and relatives give each other "angpows"
- red packets with a gift of cash as a token of prosperity - and
celebrate with feasts and lion dances to ward off evil spirits
and usher in the lunar new year. Family reunion dinners are a
must among Chinese on the eve of the new year.
City Day (1 February)
Kuala Lumpur commemorates its
declaration as a Federal Territory on 1 February with festivities
centred at Taman Tasik Perdana, its premier lake gardens and Taman
Titiwangsa.
Flora Festival/Parade (July)
Kuala Lumpur, the Garden
City blooms even lovelier during this week!. There will be flora
hunts, flower sales, exhibitions of Malaysia's diverse flora at
public gardens, and hotel lobbies. Shopping complexes will also
be attractively-displayed with floral arrangements. The week culminates
in a spectacular international Floral Parade.
National Day (31 August)
The country celebrates it's
independence on 31 August with parades and shows. Towns and cities
throughout Malaysia will be gaily decorated and adorned with lights
for the grand occasion.
Malaysia Fest (September)
For two weeks, all the
major hotels and shopping complexes join forces to feature the
culture, cuisine and handicrafts of the various states in Malaysia.
Shopping Carnival (October)
Bargains galore at shopping
establishments in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Penang during
this annual two- week shopping extravaganza.
Deepavali (October/November)
Deepavali, the "Festival
of Lights" is a celebration which marks the triumph of good over
evil. During this festival, Hindu homes are emblazoned with lights
to symbolize this triumph.
Christmas (25 December)
Christmas is celebrated by
Christians similar to any other part of the world. Midnight services
are held at churches on Christmas eve. Shopping centres, hotels,
old folks homes and children's homes echo with beautiful carols.
The revelry and yuletide spirit of Christmas is enjoyed by Christians
and non-Christians alike.
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