A Hari Raya Decoration in Penang

raya

Hari Raya Aidilfitri is a national holiday in Malaysia and this year, the holidays start from the 6th to 7th July. In general, the Muslims here will be going back to their hometowns (or balik kampung) to celebrate the festive season with their families.

To all Muslims out there, Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri.

Penang Chinese New Year 2016 (Queensbay Mall)

QB Mall @ CNY

QB Mall @ CNY

One of the interesting highlights of Chinese New Year festival in Penang is the interior design and decoration of Queensbay Mall. The shopping mall has always created a visual spectacle in conjunction of every festive season. This year for Chinese New Year, it created a small ‘old Chinese town’ that includes facades of vintage shops and even small boats on a faux river.

George Town Street View: The Mini Hot Air Balloons

The Mini Hot Air Balloons

The Mini Hot Air Balloons

The Mini Hot Air Balloons

Miniaturized hot air balloons decorating the archway of the Esplanade as part of the promotion for the upcoming Penang Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2016 to be held on 9th and 10th February at Padang Polo. These colorful mini hot air balloons made of paper or cardboard were hand-painted by school children and they are lighted up during the nights.

The Mini Hot Air Balloons

The Mini Hot Air Balloons