By on Jul 3, 2014 in Batu Caves, Thaipusam | comments(0)
The festival of Thaipusam was brought to Malaysia in the 1800s, when Indian immigrants started to work on the Malaysian rubber estates and the government offices. The festival is celebrated mostly by the Tamil community, …
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::: The Travel Photographer :::: Andrea Orioli | <b>Thaipusam</b>
By on Jul 3, 2014 in Batu Caves, Selayang | comments(0)
The lecturer, who is married, is also known by his other name, Abu Handzalah. His last known address was in Batu Caves . The other two are Mohd Najib Husen from Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya, and Muhammad Joraimee …
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UM lecturer among 5 hunted by police for terrorism activities
By on Apr 17, 2014 in Batu Caves | comments(0)
Batu Caves , Malaysia | The Online TV Channel for Business Events.
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By on Apr 9, 2014 in Thaipusam | comments(0)
Here's an interesting and compelling photo essay on Thaipusam , the Hindu festival celebrated mostly by the Tamil community during January or February. It's mainly observed in countries where there is a significant presence …
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::: The Travel Photographer :::: Thaipusam | Yeo Kai Wen
By on Jan 22, 2014 in Batu Caves, Thaipusam | comments(0)
“Experiencing the festival of Thaipusam ”… Yes!! Another travel wish come true. A few years ago, upon doing some research on my travel destination Malaysia, this festival had spiked my interest.
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Spiritual Tourism: <b>Thaipusam</b> 2014 – TravelCake
By on Jan 13, 2014 in Thaipusam | comments(0)
Sources: Bernama News Agency (Alor Setar) and Malaysian bank holidays and public holidays (qppstudio.net). The chief Minister of the Malaysian State of Kedah, Menteri Besar Datuk Mukhriz Mahathir, has finally …
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Worldwide Public Holidays: Malaysia Extends Thaipusam Public …
By on Jul 14, 2013 in Thaipusam | comments(0)
Sources: Bernama News Agency (Alor Setar) and Malaysian bank holidays and public holidays (qppstudio.net). The State Religion, Indian and Siamese Community Affairs, Human Resources and Tourism Committee …
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Malaysia Could Extend Thaipusam Public Holiday – Worldwide …
By on Jan 27, 2013 in Thaipusam | comments(0)
thaipusam festival – more than just a ritual of body piercing.
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thaipusam festival – more than just a ritual of body piercing | Go With …
By on Dec 21, 2012 in Thaipusam | comments(0)
In Singapore though, the preparations for Thaipusam begin early in the morning at the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple in Little India where the devotees start to perform the necessary rituals.
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::: The Travel Photographer :::: Chris McGrath | Thaipusam