Calendar

Calendar


 Feb  - Chinese New  Year

This period is the most important festival for
the Chinese. It is ushered in with the
lighting of fire crackers, lion and dragon
dances, acrobats and dozens of decorated
floats taking to the streets amidst the
clashing of cymbals and beating of gongs
and drums.


 Jan – Feb – Thaipusam

Thaipusam, which falls in
January or February of each
year, is a day of penance and
thanksgiving for Hindus. You
will see men bodies pierced
with spikes and metal hooks supporting
heavy structures called  „kavadis‟ decorated
with peacock feathers and offerings.  It‟s
definitely a sight not to be missed.


 April – Formula 1 Grand Prix

Formula 1 is a well-known event by the car
racing lovers.  The race circuit is located in
the Sepang district. It was
traditionally centred in
Europe, but now the races
are being held worldwide.


 31 August – National Day

On 31stAugust, 1957, Malaysia gained its
independence from British colonial rule and
became and independent country.
Thousands of spectators gather in the city
to watch captivating parades along the
streets of the city and the fireworks in the
evening.


 10-11 September – Hari Raya 
    Aidilfitri  

It falls on the1st day of the Muslim month
of Syawal and is a joyous occasion for all
Muslims. They will pray in mosques, have
open houses with traditional Malay
delicacies being served throughout this
festive season.