Christmas this time around may not be as merry as previous years, but we make the best of it
Updated 5 years ago · Published on 25 Dec 2020 8:00AM
Multiracial and multi-religious Malaysia celebrates Christmas this time around moderately, with standard operating procedures against Covid-19 in place. – SYEDA IMRAN/The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020
by Syeda Imran
KUALA LUMPUR – Christmas gives us the opportunity as a plural society to observe the occasion’s customs and traditions, not only with family members, but also friends and others from all walks of life.
Malaysians should be grateful because each festival of the country’s multiracial and multi-religious community can be celebrated in a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere.
Malaysian-American couple Don Vannice and Jagjit Kaur create a Christmas wonderland in their suburban home in Petaling Jaya each year, which sees people driving by to admire the lights and decor.
Christmas is a time to celebrate, and even though 2020 has left many of us with less to cheer about, at least, these festive lights can be enjoyed by all.
The Vibes photographer SYEDA IMRAN has an eye for the celebrations.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! – The Vibes, December 25, 2020
Malaysians from all walks of life cannot help but admire, and take photos with, Christmas lights and decor. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020No winter wonderland is complete without a snowman. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020 Pandemic or not, children everywhere enjoy Christmas – especially aboard the Polar Express. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020With the year being what it was, pretty much everyone’s asking Santa for an end to Covid-19. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020Children at play among the festive decorations at a shopping mall in the Klang Valley. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020A Christmas tree festooned with wishes for peace and prosperity in the new year. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020Shopping malls in the Klang Valley are decked out in their festive best. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020Jagjit Kaur hanging ornaments on a Christmas tree at her home in Petaling Jaya. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020Malaysian-American couple Don Vannice and Jagjit Kaur have created a Christmas wonderland in their suburban home. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020Even the furniture and upholstery have not been spared a festive makeover. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020Don Vannice and Jagjit Kaur spending time with family this Christmas. – The Vibes pic, December 25, 2020
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