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Thaipusam : A Time for Sacrifices and Cleansing

Thaipusam : A Time for Sacrifices and Cleansing

What has a demon got to do with the celebration of Thaipusam? Ever wonder why the festival is celebrated on a grander scale in Malaysia than in India? What kind of austere preparations do devotees undertake before Thaipusam? If you’re a first-time visitor, check out `survival’ tips that would come in handy when rubbing shoulders with thousands of devotees who throng the world-renowned Batu Caves for this one-of-a-kind celebration.
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Thaipusam Festival Rituals

Thaipusam Festival Rituals

Why do devotees go to great lengths to pierce themselves with hooks and skewers? Is it true that they don't bleed and don't feel the pain? What's the purpose of breaking the coconuts in the streets during a chariot procession? Why is shaving the head an important Thaipusam ritual. Find out more about the significance of these Thaipusam rituals.
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Thaipusam Festival Trivia

Thaipusam Festival Trivia

'Vel vel' keeps being chanted during the chariot procession, all the way to the temple. What's the meaning of the chant? When was Thaipusam first celebrated in Malaysia? Check out the answers.
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Chinese New Year Trivia

Chinese New Year Trivia

What does Gong Xi Fa Cai mean? If you think it means Happy New Year, you’re mistaken. Why are Chinese New Year goodies served in a tray with 8 portions? Why do you need to keep silent while making the nian gao, or kuih bakul? Check out more little-known nuggets of information related to the Chinese New Year.
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The Dance of Prosperity

The Dance of Prosperity

Why is the dragon dance an essential feature of the Chinese New Year celebration? What's the difference between the dragon dance and the lion dance?
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