Islam is the national religion of Malaysia and the Muslim festival Hari Raya Puasa is one of the foremost festivals of Malaysia. Although the official holiday for Hari Raya Puasa is only for two days, the actual festival continues for a whole month. The festival is celebrated on sighting of the new moon at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. During Ramadan all Muslims, not only in Malaysia but also across the world, fast from dawn to dusk and avoid smoking and indulging in physical relations.
Muslims begin the day of Hari Raya Puasa Festival by eating some date fruit or a snack before assembling for mass prayer in the mosques early in the morning. In the prayer people ask for God's forgiveness, mercy and blessings for the plight of Muslims across the world. Afterwards they pay homage to their departed loved ones by visiting the cemetery. On this exciting and auspicious occasion, people dress up in their best clothes and the youngsters seek the blessings of their elders. Children and women are given special gifts by their families. Celebrations in Malaysia for Hari Raya Puasa Festival also include indulging in traditional Malay food such as Nasi Padang, Ketupat, Beef Rendang and Lontong. Since Malaysia has a multi-racial society, people of other communities are also encouraged to participate in the celebrations in order to develop the feeling of national unity and integrity.
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