Malaysia boasts array of cultures, religions and traditions, and jollifies myriads of festivals with an unmatched celebratory fervour. Not just the religious festivals, but many events keep this multi-ethnic nation, its people and overall ambience livened up throughout the year.
Holidays to Malaysia during these festivals and events stimulate the senses of every traveller. Infact most travellers time their holidays with the most exciting festivals and events of the country to double up the holiday fun. Be it budget -friendly vacations or luxury holidays in Malaysia, these festivals and events undeniably make for the country’s top draws.
Wesak Day
The Wesak Day festival celebrates the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and death. It is the most important festival in Buddhism and is observed on the full moon in May. Celebrations of Wesak Day begin before the dawn and all the Buddhists gather at the temples. Buddhists sing hymns in praise of the Lord Buddha and Buddhist flags are hoisted at these temples. Scores of travellers plan holidays to Malaysia for descending upon the shores of Penang, the best place to witness the unparalleled celebrations and take delights in jovial processions.
Langkawi Water Festival
The event lures many travel buffs to make mind for adventure as well as luxury holidays in Malaysia. Langkawi is a gorgeous archipelago on the west coast of Malaysia popular for its exhilarating water sports. The Langkawi Water Festival is the primary water sporting event of Langkawi that takes place at popular Cenang beaches. The beaches are replete with number of posh resorts and plush hotels that continue to tempt extravagant holidaymakers.
