In praise of tribal crafts

Craftwork is an applied form of local artistry that plays an important role in shaping and identifying a country’s cultural identity as well as documenting part of its history and heritage.

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Timeless treasures

Where else but in Malaysia is “Have you eaten?” an appropriate alternative to “Good morning”, when salutations are exchanged at the start of the day? Yes, “Dah makan?” is not just a greeting but, in truth, a clue to the collective psyche of the Malaysian people.

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Eight malls to visit during Chinese New Year

Staying in Kuala Lumpur or Petaling Jaya during the Chinese New Year? They say it’s the best time to be in the city — the only traffic you will encounter is of the human kind, in the many malls in the Klang Valley.

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