Malaysia holidays spell as infinite fun, frolic and entertainment. The nation shines bright with a pool of exciting events and festivals which keep it bustling round the year. Here are some upcoming ones.
Malaysia, the superb melting pot of culture, brims with vibrant marvels. And these multi-cultural wonders of the nation are best experienced by way of the numerous festivals and events which dot Malaysia’s calendar. Celebrating the magnificent traditions, cultures, and religions of the country, these popular festivals are no doubt the perfect way to get the best appreciation of what makes Malaysia holidays exclusively fantastic. Below are some of the craziest Malaysian festivals that you can enjoy during your holidays in the nation for a memorable experience.
World Kite Festival, 25th February – 1st March, 2015
The World Kite Festival, Pasir Gudang, fills the Malaysian skies with thousands of unique, colourful and beautiful kites. Held annually, this is the largest kite festival in Asia and tempts hordes of kite enthusiasts from different parts of the globe to gather in Malaysia and showcase their latest creations and kite-flying techniques and skills. Many kites look too huge to even take off but leave everyone amazed when they fly beautifully. Apart from regular kite flying activities, get enchanted by enjoying a plethora of contests, parades, and cultural displays as well as an assortment of scrumptious food. This lively festival is certainly a great reason that air tickets to Malaysia sell like hot cakes.
Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta, 12th – 15th March, 2015
Leisure holidaymakers grabbing flights for Malaysia have another reason to rejoice as the country is all set to host its 7th Putrajaya International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta to be held at Monumen Alaf Baru. This is a four day event and attracts millions of global vacationers to witness the great celebration of colour and life in the nation. This year, the festival will be showcasing over 20 hot air balloons from different parts of the world, of which 5 will be exclusive, custom-designed ones in different shapes, sizes and colours. These 5 balloons will also bear their own individual message. An integral part of this lively fiesta is the exciting collection of attractions including picnic area, helicopter joy rides, night glow, extreme zone, and several incredible shows and events, which promise to keep you entertained throughout.
Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix, 27th – 29th March, 2015
One of the most irresistible and thrilling events to make to the already long list of celebrations that Malaysia embraces is the Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix. Watch adrenaline-pumping action at one of the trickiest tracks in the world which hosts exciting Formula 1 races annually. Enjoy the drifting and karting of most sophisticated cars at the track, shop for your favourite team’s merchandise and other accessories at the F1 Village, unwind at the Cool Zone and end the day by treating yourself to magnificent performances at the much celebrated, ‘After Race Concert’. Moreover, the best thing about this event is that at the price of one entry ticket you can relish both the race and after race concert.