Culture & Religion
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350Culture & ReligionThe Enduring Legacy of the Chinese Culture in Melaka
At times overshadowed are the Chinese, whose own long presence in Melaka has significantly influenced that city’s fascinating history.
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396Culture & ReligionAttitudes Towards Ink as Reflected by the Tattoo Malaysia Expo
This article was written by expat contributor Jennifer Dawson. 2019’s Tattoo Malaysia Expo was condemned by government officials despite their initial support for the...
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176CommunityThe Wondrous Spectacle of Thaipusam in Malaysia
Faith, endurance, and penance: these are the core facets of a Thaipusam celebration. Celebrated by Hindu practitioners all around the world, Thaipusam...
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731CommunityHarvest and Holiness: Is There a Divide?
Just before the 15th of January, many Indian Tamil communities across Malaysia prepared to celebrate the festival of Pongal, one of the...
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484CommunityPavilion REIT Malls Usher in Deepavali with Uniquely Festive Kolams
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Intermark Mall, and Da Men Mall start Deepali celebrations with the showcase of creatively unique kolams to embrace the...
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276CommunityWorkshops and Wonders of the Upcoming Street Festival in Penang
This article was written by ExpatGo Penang correspondent Yukeshwaran Devadas. Be sure to free your schedule and camera space before making your...
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317Culture & ReligionMyanmar’s Shin Pyu Novitiation Ceremony
This article was written by Judyth Gregory-Smith. If you have been to Myanmar (or you are going) you may have seen (or...
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894Culture & ReligionArt Exhibitions in KL: June 2019
Who says the art scene in Malaysia is not thriving? This June sees many exhibitions carrying us through the mid-year blues and...
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1.9KCulture & ReligionRamadan for Dummies: An Explainer
It’s starting this year on May 5 or 6, depending on where you are in the world, and in Malaysia, it’s impossible...
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2.0KCommunityInto the Wild: The Jungle School of Gombak
This article was written by Rachael Lum for Lokalocal. You wouldn’t have thought that a place like Gombak could be considered a...
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2.8KCommunity5 Traditional Malaysian Villages to Visit Around Kuala Lumpur
This post is brought to you in part by Tourism Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur may be Malaysia’s biggest, most advanced achievement as a...
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1.0KCulture & ReligionEat Your Way through Lunar New Year 2019!
Chinese New Year is known as one of Malaysia’s biggest cultural festivals, and for good reason. Every shopping mall will be extravagantly...
