Thaipusam festival is celebrated by Tamil community to commemorate the occasion when Parvati gave Murugan a Vel spear so he could defeat the evil demon Soorapadman. The festival is held every year in early February, on the full moon in Tamil month throughout Malaysia. The biggest festival is held at Batu Caves temple, the biggest Hindu temple outside India, located in Selangor, Malaysia.
Note: Some photos may be disturbing.
Note: Some photos may be disturbing.
Where is it?
How to get there?
Batu Caves temple is very accessible, both by train, bus and car from Kuala Lumpur and nearby places. It takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes to get there from Kuala Lumpur central train station.
Feeling blessed living in Malaysia and seeing the diversity of beliefs, cultures, traditions and people...
ReplyDeleteI certainly agree with you Teh Bunga. It is the melting pot of cultures from different races, both Chinese, Indian and Malay.
DeleteWow different cultures celebrate different things in life beautiful picture and very painful to watch . thanks for the pictures
ReplyDeleteCertainly Sonny, especially in Malaysia, where all main three races celebrate their unique culture. Thanks for your comments.
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