MALAYSIA
MALACCA YEARLY EVENTS
MELAKA LIGHT UP CELEBRATION
Jonker
Street being the well-known street among antique enthusiast will be swarms with
lights during the night. In conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration
in mid-February, visitors will be entertained by cultural show and
performances.
BHOGI CELEBRATION
Sometimes
informally call the “Buddha Birthday”. It actually encompasses the birth, Enlightenment
“Nirvana” and death “ Parinirvana” of Siharta Gautama Buddha. As Buddhism
spread from India it was assimilated into many foreign cultures and
consequently Vesak Day is celebrated in many different ways all over the world.
Devotees are expected and requested to assemble in their various temples before
dawn impel offerings of flowers, candles and joss sticks to lie at the feet of
their teacher. These symbolic offerings are to remind followers that just as
the beautiful flowers would wither away after a short while and the candles and
joss sticks would soon burn out, so too is life subject to decay and
destruction. Devotees are enjoined to make a special effort to refrain from
killing of any kind.
PONGGAL
3 days
festival highlighting the colorful, unique and fascinating traditions, heritage,
special food and cultures of the Chitty’s community to marked the end of the
harvesting season.
VAISAKHI
Vaisakhi or
also known as Baisakhi is the festival which celebrates the founding of the
Sikh community known as the Khalsa. It is celebrated on 14 April each year. On
Vaisakhi day in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh summoned Sikhs from all over India to
the city of Anandpur Sahib. At this gathering, the Guru called upon Sikhs to
uphold their faith and preserve the Sikh religion.
MENARA TAMING SARI ANNIVESARY
Witness the
day of celebration of its anniversary in giving opportunities to all spectators
in enjoying the spectacular view from 80 meters above ground for 15th
years. You will never believe how Melaka looks from high up. Sharing the moment
of joy with spectators, Menara Taming Sari will be celebrating with lots of
promotions and discounts throughout the day of anniversary.
SANT SOHAN SINGH JI NARSI
An annual
pilgrimage that gathers thousands of Sikh from all over Malaysia, Sinagpore and
Indonesia in memory of the guru, his Holiness Sant sohan singh ji. Sant Sohan
Singh was a common man like any other Sikh hailing from a remote village in the
Punjab. Over the years he also developed himself spiritually and so endeared
himself to the Sikhs in Malaya and Singapore that he became an institution by
himself. He was head and shoulders above the average Sikh not only in matters
spiritual but also in physical stature.
MELAKA RIVER FESTIVAL
Enjoy the
excitement of fun filled activities specially programme along Melaka River. You
will be fascinated by the various activities that had been arranged to make a
one month festival a memorable one.
FIESTA SAN JUAN
Every year
during the latter part of June, the Portuguese Eurasian homes at the Portuguese
Settlement, Praya Lane and Kampung Banda Hilir have little white candles lit on
verandas, balconies and top picket fences as twilight sets in. These numerous
mini flames herald the Festa San Juan (Feast of St Jon the Baptist) which falls
on 23 June. A small bonfire was lit at the square and members of the Irmaos de
Igreja “Brothers of the Church “lighted their wicker torches. They then walked
to all homes in the settlement lighting up little white candles set on fences
and gates at sunset.
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Independence
Day is national day of Malaysia commemorating the independence of the
Federation of Malaya from British colonial rule in 1957, celebrated on 31st
August each year.
MALAYSIA DAY
Malaysia
Day is held on 16th September of every year to commemorate the
establishment of the Malaysian federation on the same date in 1963. It marked
the joining together of Malaya, North Borneo , Sarawak and Singapore to form Malaysia
previously.
FIESTA SAN PEDRO
True to its
billing, the recent Festa San Pedro/Feast of St Peter at the Portuguese
Settlement in Melaka was an event filled with tradition, religiosity, gaiety
and colour. The annual , week long festival ,which began with the Fiesta San
Juan on 23rd June and culminated with the Fiesta San Pedro on 29
June, offered outsiders a glimpse into the life this unique community which
continues to thrive. It was a time of music, song, dance, food and merriment
with the festivities, taking on a carnival like atmosphere.
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE CITY CELEBRATION ( 7th
JULY 2008)
A wide
variety of fine quality locally manufactured food products and seasonal fruits
other products which definitely marked an eye opening events to all to taste
the different taste of culture. Sells famous food specialties from Melaka like
Dodol , Cincalok , Belacan , dried fruits , durian cake ,etc. Might be a good
idea as souvenirs for friends back home. Besides the usual Malaysian fare, you
will be able to sample some rather peculiar Melakian food. The recent tourism
boom has seen many new food and beverage outlets open in Melaka and especially
in the heritage area of Jonker and Heeren Street which now you can taste it all
in one!
WANGKANG FESTIVAL
The
procession saw the entourage making its way through several streets in the
city, symbolically shipping out evil spirits that threaten to disrupt peace and
prosperity. Some 10000 devotees and tourists witnessed the procession which
began at the Yong Chua Tian temple in Bandar
Hilir in conjunction with Chap Goh Mei.
CHINESE NEW YEAR
Chinese New
Year is the most important of the holidays. It is known as “Spring Festival”,
since the spring season in Chinese calendar starts with lichun, the first solar
term in a Chinese calendar year. It marks the end of the winter season. The
festival begins on the first day of the first month in the traditional Chinese calendar
and ends with Lantern Festival which is on the 15th day.
SANTA CRUZ
The finding
of a special cross that draw devotees to pray and worship at the small chapel
led to a wider spectrum of beliefs in the power of the Cross of Jesus.
DEEPAVALI CELEBRATION
Diwali, an
auspicious religious festival celebrated by the Hindus, Sikhs and Jains with
great enthusiasm and excitement that symbolizes the triumph of good over evil.
Spectacular lights , firecrackers , irresistible traditional sweets and sending
gifts to dear ones mark the celebration of Diwali or Deepavali( Sanskrit
Language) . The Sanskrit translation of Deepavali means row of lights .l The
Hindus celebrate this festival to commemorate the homecoming of Lord Rama after
14 yearlong exile and his victory over the mythological demon Ravana.
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION (25 DEC)
It is an
annual commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ and a widely observed
holiday, celebrated generally on 15 December by millions of people around. A
feast central to the Christian liturgical year, it closes the Advent seasons
and initiates the twelve days of Christmastide, which ends after the twelfth
night. Christmas is a civil holiday in many of the world’s nations, is
celebrated by an increasing number of non-Christians and is an integral part of
the Christmas and holiday season.
NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
NEW YEAR
marks the beginning of a new year. Celebrated universally every year on 1st
of January in various innovative ways. In many regions of the world, it is
celebrated as a public holiday and the offices, institution and commercial
activities remain closed to observe Happy New year.
BAAZAR RAMADHAN
The Ramadhan
Bazaar is a bustling food bazaar with all kinds of delicious Malay delicacies
for Muslims to break their fast. Malaysia has spoken their thoughts when there is
various selection of Bazaar from Ayer Keroh down to Melaka’s town! The food
choices here at the bazaar are truly amazing!
MALAYSIA YEAR END SALE
The Year End
Sale is back with great discounts! It’s the season eagerly awaited by Malaysian
and visitors alike for the unbelievable discounts, bargains and promotions.
Load your shopping carts with gifts, souvenirs, branded items and everything
else you need for the year end festive season!
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