Month-long Malaysian festival

Kuching, in Malaysia, celebrates its 17th annual festival this year, where visitors to the event will be able to take in activities and exhibitions of various themes.

Take a flight to Malaysia this August and you could join in the festival that aims to promote culture and the arts, as well as boost local tourism.

Travellers flying to Malaysia between August 1st and August 31st this year will be able to experience a number of dramatic performances and musical concerts, as well as appreciating the city's galleries.

Anyone who decides to visit Malaysia and wants to enjoy the local food of Kuching, will be able to indulge in the food fair, one of the main attractions of the festival, according to the organisers.

The festival has grown in size over the years, developing from a medium-sized event in 1986 to the month-long carnival that it is today.

Virtual Malaysia states that the highlight of the month-long party is the Kuching Festival Parade, which includes unique participation from the city's mascot, the cat.

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