Hindu devotees were seen decorating their front yards and entrances with colorful kolam designs made from rice flour paste to celebrate the Thai Pongal Festival. Pix by Nisal Baduge The Maradana ...

During Pongal, people paint their homes with beautiful Kolam designs, prepare traditional meals such as sakkarai pongal, and participate in activities such as cattle racing and bonfires.

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The harvest festival is also marked by colourful art designs, known as Kolams, made at the front main door of the house, the courtyard, and/or the altar. Kolam is a type of rangoli, a famous folk ...

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Cultural Performances Guests were captivated by vibrant Kummi dances, traditional Tamil music, and intricate kolam designs, which provided a vivid display of Malaysia’s artistic diversity.

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Either way, we can all agree that the highlight of this tradition (other than the cash inside) is admiring the angbao designs. Bonus points if they happen to feature this year’s zodiac animal. So if ...