Traditional Dragons

Budaya Celebration by-the-sea

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August 22nd 2015
Geo: 5.36904, 100.264The Budaya Celebration by the sea, held in Straits Quay in Penang was a colorful, vibrant event displaying as many as 18 cultural groups in traditional dress as part of Malaysia's National Day celebrations. I was fortunate enough to be staying in the marina at Straits Quay with neighbors from Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, Joe and Anita on their catamaran Coral Kuch ... read more

Asia » Malaysia

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During the late 18th and 19th centuries, Great Britain established colonies and protectorates in the area of current Malaysia; these were occupied by Japan from 1942 to 1945. In 1948, the British-ruled territories on the Malay Peninsula formed the Fe... ... read more