ពិធីបុណ្យ Festivals

            The people of our country come from many races. Each race has its own beliefs, culture and of course festivals. We, together, celebrate many festivals.

            Hair Raya Aidit fitri, Chinese. New Year, Deepavali and Christmas are the major festivals that just about everyone takes part in. During these occasions, we visit one another regardless our ethnic our ethnic origins. These are the times for merry-making and relaxation. The cities are deserted, people are dressed in their best and sound of exploding fire-crackers fill the air.

            Food and drinks are offered and taken freely, for these are times for enjoyment and not for worrying about dieting.

            Besides these festivals, there are minor ones that are celebrated with less fervour. Hair Raya Adlakha Chap Goh Mei, Thaipusam and Easter are some of these. They are, on the whole, celebrated only. Thus they are not on a grand scale.

            Whatever festivals they are especially the major ones, I always enjoy, for usually, are also public holidays. What day is better than a holiday, festival or not?