Visiting Malaysia would be an unforgettable cultural experience for me. The city hosts numerous international events and festivals throughout the year and my visit coincided with the Colors of Malaysia festival in July. During this month the capital of Malaysia is filled with a burst of colors and celebrations as it ushers in the annual Citrawarna Malaysia or Colours of Malaysia festival. The festival kicks off with a parade involving over 6000 performers dressed in a variety of traditional Malay costumes. It covers all varieties of performing arts, visual arts and crafts, involving all 13 states of Malaysia, plus the capital Kuala Lumpur, which present the best of their entertainment, art and food. The opening is marked by a major parade.
This spectacular event brings all the heritage and culture of Malaysians from all states into one place. The parade was held at the Dataran Merdeka and usually starts at 8.30 pm and I reached a bit earlier as advised and got a perfect seat to marvel at the performers. At street level, I watched as the performers spin and twirl before me. The array of colors and the graceful movements of the dancers bombard my eyes with a beauty unknown to me before. The parade extravaganza is of a magnitude rarely seen in most countries and it concluded with a display of breathtaking fireworks.
The festival witnesses participants from all over Malaysia and spectators from all over the world for a joyous time. Even the king and queen become a part of this. The yearly festival has become popular among thousands of visitors, including journalists and travel professionals who come and become awe with this exotic land. Malaysia’s stands out with its wonderful way, many cultures live together and celebrate together.
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