Malaysia is a country of diverse cultures and people. Various festivals are celebrated throughout the country of Malaysia. Diwali Festival is also celebrated here with equal pomp and glamour as in India.
Diwali festival is celebrated in Malaysia by people of all races residing here. Although Diwali is not celebrated with much grandeur as in India, people in Malaysia, especially Indians do celebrate in their own special way. For Indians, who are far away from home, it is time to take a trip down memory lane and enjoy the festival with their families. The Indians invite the Malays and Chinese to their houses and celebrate the victory of good over evil. Diwali is a public holiday in the country of Malaysia. It is also a time for people residing in Malaysia to visit elders and seek their blessings.
The Festival of Diwali is not complete without the bursting of firecrackers. However unlike India, firecrackers are banned in Malaysia. The Hindu community which comprises of 8% of the population of Malaysia celebrates Diwali. The Malaysian people refer to Diwali has 'Hari Diwali'. Diwali rituals are preceded by an oil bath as in the South Indian tradition. It is during this time that Hindus in Malaysia visit temples and offer their prayers. Diwali is celebrated in all parts of Malaysia except for Sarawak & Federal Territory of Labuan.
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