One of the main features of Malay culture is the celebration of its many festivals and celebrations that take place every year.

    Malaysia has a large diversity of cultures, visiting Malaysia is a true Asian experience. A fusion of the three oldest civilizations in the world, Malaya, China and India.

    Throughout the year there are important and colorful event, which is a good opportunity to take into account the dates when planning our itinerary.

    The feasts and festivals, some are religious and solemn, while others are events with adrenaline and excitement.

     One of the traditions when you're in the midst of a Malaysian celebration is the "open house" where the Malays are their friends in houses with traditional foods and abundant.

CALENDAR OF FESTIVALS

Thaipusam: performed in the month of January at the Batu Caves in Selangor or Penang. We were impressed by the large number of devotees carrying Kavadis or ornate frames as a sacrifice.

The Chinese New Year: performed in the month of February, all Malaysia is delighted with the Chinese New Year. Malaysians tend to gather the whole family in one of the houses with the table full of delicious traditional dishes.

Malaysia Water Festival: this festival is held between April and May, around the country. This is great diversity of water-related activities.

Tadau Ka'amatan: is held every 39 and 31 May. These days are offered thanksgiving to the spirit of padi, Bambaazon by the Kadazandusun in Sabah. Here abundant rice wine, traditional dances.

Wesak: in the month of May in Buddhist temples around Malaysia, made religious offerings and rituals such as bathing of Buddha, candle lighting incense and chanting sutras.

Colours of Malaysia: the months of May and June takes place this event with a colorful parade showing the cultural diversity of Malaysia.

Gawai: 1 and June 2 in Sarawak all Ibanes, Orang Ulu and Bidayuh celebrate the feast of the harvest with ceremonies and traditional dances in different communal homes.

The Festival of Food and Fruits: takes place in July. The festival lasts all month, and is the best opportunity to taste the tempting delights such as traditional Malaysian satay and nasi lemak, such as tropical fruits and desserts.

Independence Day: August 31 every Malaysians from all over the world celebrate Merdeka Day or Independence Day.

Lantern Festival and Moon Cake: In September, this festival happened to be a symbol of celebration of peace and prosperity. It is a beauty to admire the exhibition of lanterns of all colors while enjoying moon cakes.

Deepavali: performed in the month of November. All Hindus celebrate the festival of lights adorning each house with oil lamps, ceremonial prayers at various temples and ritual morning bath.

Hari Raya Aidilfitri: November is the holy month of Ramadan which culminates with the celebration of Hari Raya Aidilfitri for the entire Muslim culture. It made the morning prayers in mosques and family gatherings.

Christmas: Cristina culture of Malaysia attended the Mass and get together with family and friends.