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Penang is one of the culturally richest states of Malaysia. It can be easily termed as a city of festivals. Locals celebrate festivals in Penang with great fervor and zest. When you travel to Penang, you will automatically tend to mingle with the crowds and join in the festivities. Penang witnesses a kaleidoscope of festivals because of its multi-ethnic culture. Every indigenous group in Penang celebrates its own festival with pomp and show. Chinese New Year celebrations are the most popular in Penang. This day marks the beginning of the Chinese Lunar Year and is celebrated in late January or early February. Children get money from their parents, wrapped in a red packet known as ang pow. On the 15th day of the new year, a grand family gala marks the end of this festival of Penang. Wesak Day celebrations are an integral part of Malaysian culture, and Penang is not an exception. The day marking Lord Buddha's birthday is celebrated across all Buddhist temples. A huge street procession is taken out in the evening of the festival. The celebration marking the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramzan, Hari Raya Puasa, is another widely celebrated festival in Penang. Houses are beautifully decorated and people visit mosques to offer prayers. Birthday of Goddess of Mercy is commemorated with great passion in this city. Worshippers flock the temple of Goddess of Mercy to pay their respects. Chap Goh Meh is the most exciting festival of the city. On the 15th night of the first month of the Chinese Lunar Calendar, an orange-throwing ceremony is organized for the 'single' folk in the community. Eligible spinsters cast oranges into the sea and would-be suitors are required to catch them. It is a very entertaining festival in Penang. Singapore Thailand Malaysia provides information on Festivals in Penang and booking for Penang Malaysia Tours. For more information or tour booking, please fill up the form given below. | ||||||||||
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