May 17, 2017 Holiday Guide

Thaipusam

Thaipusam is a Hindu festival celebrated across the world. It is observed by people of the Tamil community both within and outside Malaysia besides Deepavali. Significant date of the Tamil calendar Thaipusam, which is known as Thaipoosam usually comes during the months of January or

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National Day and Malaysia Day

Malaysia has a unique celebration of Independence. On the 31st of August each year, the country observes the National Day, otherwise known as Merdeka or Independence Day. A fortnight later on September 16th, the country observes Malaysia Day which is the date when East Malaysian

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Christmas Day

Christmas Day is held on the 25th of November every year across the world. It is to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. This is a commemorative and symbolic date as the actual birth date is still unknown. Most significant date for Christians Christians, including

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Deepavali

Deepavali is one of the several festivals observed in large scale across Malaysia by the Indian community. It is considered as one of the most sacred events of the Tamil calendar. Significant date for Indians Like other parts of the world, Deepavali is a significant

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Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Muslims across the world observe their new year through Hari Raya. In Malaysia, it is known as Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Aidilfitri end of Ramadan Muslims observe a month of fasting during the month of Ramadan. After that, they celebrate the Festival of Breaking Fast. This

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Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year is one of the most significant yearly celebrations observed by the Chinese community worldwide. In Malaysia, the Chinese community observes this festival known as the Lunar New Year. Most important celebration for Chinese Following the Lunar Calendar based on the 12 zodiac

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