Malaysia

The Prophet Muhammad is believed to be Allah’s last prophet and a key figure in the Islamic faith. Many believers celebrate his birth, and call it “Mawlid al-Nabi”.  The word “mawlid” has Arabic roots and means “to give birth”. In more modern times, “mawlid” is used to refer to the …

Kuala Lumpur is the ideal first stop for many of Malaysia’s visitors. It’s the hub where modern meets the past, and offers plenty of activities and sights for every traveler. But if most countries have mostly shopping malls to offer in their busy metropolis, Kuala Lumpur has several museums within …

Kuala Lumpur, the bustling capital city of Malaysia, is a vibrant place where there is an activity to suit almost every traveler’s preferences. The influences from different religions and cultures make KL a spectacular melting pot of a city, which presents wonderful surprises in almost every corner that you get …

The multi-cultural wonders of Malaysia are best experienced with the numerous festivals that dot the country’s calendar of events. The festivities that surround these events in Malaysia will provide a great opportunity for you to experience the interesting ways in which different cultures, traditions, and religions have merged beautifully, making …

Jonker Street (Jalan Hang Jebat) is the center of Chinatown in Malacca, Malaysia. Back when the town was a thriving trading port, Jonker Street was the place to be for the affluent. It was also a great place to go to for the numerous antique shops lined up one after …

Labour Day, also known as May Day or International Workers’ Day, is the celebration of the international labour movement; the event is commemorated yearly on the 1st of May. The labour (or labor) movement is a term encompassing the development of a collective group of working people, to push for …

The Dragon Boat Festival is traditionally celebrated by the Chinese and can be traced back to ancient China. The festival falls on the 5th day of the 5th month of the Lunar Calendar, therefore earning its name as Duan Wu Jie, or the Double Fifth Festival. The dates vary when …

When the moon is full on the tenth month of the Hindu calendar, the Tamil celebrate Thaipusam, a major Hindu festival in honor of  Lord Murugan. In 2013, the Thaipusam will fall on January 27. Devotees come together for a procession, carrying signs of their devotion and gratitude. Lord Murugan …

Southeast Asia is predominantly Muslim and Buddhist, so Christian traditions like Good Friday 2013 are celebrated in varying degrees and shades of religious fervor. The scale of celebration is also influenced by the prevailing political and cultural conditions such that Good Friday can either be a business-as-usual day, or a …

Picture yourself lounging around, soaking the soothingly warm rays of the sun on a pristine beach, with the tranquil blue waters of the Andaman sea just a few steps away from where you are relaxing with no cares in the world (apart from maybe, what spa service to have after …

New Years Day is the time when the new calendar year begins according to the Gregorian calendar, and falls on the 1st of January. Festivities on New Year’s Eve, and on New Year’s Day itself, provide some of the most dazzling sights and sounds in Southeast Asian countries; in some …

Kuala Lumpur is the bustling capital city of Malaysia, and is also the country’s most populous (and one of the most visited) cities. Fondly called “KL” by locals and tourists alike who can’t help but fall in love with the place, the city showcases the best of the old and …