1.Thaipusam: Hindu devotees honour Lord Muruga with a
sombre parade that ends at Sri Subramaniam Deasthanan Temple in Batu
Berendam. Here followers ceremoniously tout wooden arches and undergo
ritualistic piercing to cleanse themselves of sin. These rituals can
become quite intense, and those who participate go into a trance that
helps them cope with the experience.
2.Palm Sunday: along with Good Friday and Easter
processions, Palm Sunday is celebrated at St Peter's Church.
Participants carrying palm fronds follow a life-sized statue of Jesus
which is paraded along the city’s streets during the early hours.
3.Good Friday: more sombre than Palm Sunday, the Good
Friday candlelight vigil is held within the grounds of St Peter's.
Enormous candles are lit and a statue of Jesus is carried around church
grounds as devotees bearing candles sing hymns and recite the rosary.
4.Malacca Carnival: this celebration lasts for a month
and showcases traditional dances and a variety of expositions covering
local tourism, industry and art.
5.Malaysia Fest: two weeks in September are dedicated to shameless self-promotion on behalf of shopping centres and hotels across Melaka. Exhibits highlight local handicrafts and cuisine.
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