Merdeka Day, or the Independence Day of Malaysia, is celebrated on 31st August. The country gained its independence from the British colonial rule in 1957 and since then the Merdeka Day is celebrated in all parts of Malaysia with a lot of pomp and ceremony. The National Flag of Malaysia, known as Jalur Gemilang, is raised at midnight on the eve of Merdeka Celebrations.
On this day, there is a carnival like atmosphere in Malaysia and there is also a parade that is presided over by the monarch, the Prime Minister and the major political leaders. There are stunning fireworks, exquisite dances and live performances by renowned local artists. The celebrations of Merdeka Day take place throughout August with a myriad of parades, street shows, cultural performances and exhibitions depicting the history of Malaysia prior to its independence. The shouts of 'Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka' reverberate throughout Malaysia during these festivities. People of various religions who constitute the Malaysian culture join hands to pay homage to the martyrs who fought hard to bring independence to the country and laid the foundation stones for the present day developed Malaysia. Nowadays, Malaysia is one of the foremost destinations for trade and tourism in Southeast Asia and the Merdeka Celebrations are a nostalgic revisit to the past and a resolution for a better future.
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