Thaipusam festivities return to Malaysia after 2 years

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Thaipusam festivities return to Malaysia after 2 years
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Huge crowds are expected after celebrations were halted due to Covid-19. Read more at straitstimes.com.

In Penang, the signature golden and silver chariots will inch their way through various roads on the island before reaching their respective temples along Jalan Kebun Bunga.The festival is a time of repentance for devotees through penance and prayers.

“With the celebration falling on a weekend, we expect a large crowd as the public has not taken part in this major festival in the past few years.

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