Thaipusam 2026

THAIPUSAM morning 

Batu Caves KL

This year, there’s huge difference to and at Batu Caves. The roads were more supervised. Parking along the main highway was not as chaotic. Tow trucks were working hard to tow away cars that weren’t supposed to be parked at certain places.

At Batu Caves, so much more organized. Line of devotees with kavadis were organized at one end, leading straight up the stairs. The public were able to walk around comfortably. I was amazed. This was my first time being able to walk straight up to the Lord Murugan statue for photos. In the past years, can only see from far as the crowd to climb up the cave was everywhere. 

I love the atmosphere. The enthusiasm. The courageous spirit. The loyalty. The devotees are so admirable. 

It was cold coconut juice the whole morning!!!

 

Putrajaya Open Day 2026

Putrajaya Open Day 2026

Presint 3 Dataran Putrajaya

Met Jason!!!!!

He was videoing a food stall and so I approached his gf. Then waited for him to finish what he was doing to get a photo together. Great people. Lovely to chat with. 

We didn’t know what to expect in this open day.

It was impressive!

LOTS going on in 4 days, plus, Putrajaya has plenty of space. I didn’t get to photograph much cos there’s just so much to see and learn, I kinda forgot about my camera!

We saw the marching bands.

We saw the cats competition.

We entered the university section and omg there are SO MANY universities; some I have never heard before. 

We saw a book section.

We saw an art section.

We walked through booths and booths of clothing, accessories, skincare, perfumes, souvenirs, hiking gear, etc

We loved the tent where all the ministries set up their booths and another tent for government bodies. I saw the banner for MAHA 2026 at the Ministry of Agriculture booth and got interviewed for that. We visited the Health Ministry booth and chatted with them about banned meds in our country. 

We went through the tourism tent; goodness, it so crowded. Everyone is or plans to travel!!! 

Lots of workshops too. There’s even barbers and nail salons. 

There’s a huge Food Fest street too and a separate tent for Coffee & drinks.

BUT I FORGOT ABOUT THE PETTING ZOO AND THE ELEPHANTS!

I was so angry at myself. 

Only realized when I was otw home.

Arrgghhhh!

 

FUYOUNI Market CNY 2026

You Ni Market

Eco World @ Eco Forest

Semenyih

The weather was SOOOOOOO HOT!

Wish we have Autumn weather as we have so many beautiful outdoor places and markets are everywhere now, and almost throughout the year. Such lovely vendors we have but so painful to walk through the market!!!

I wanted to visit this market this CNY season because it was beautifully set up. Very cool CNY vibes here!

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