Wednesday, December 20, 2017

The Durian Festival of 2008

Vibrant batik colours and local fruits add to the beauty of Perak
The Durian Festival held at Bukit Gantang,Perak in 2008 was more than a festival.  




It was a Tourism Malaysia event and Azalina Othman was its Tourism Minister while Tajol Rosli the Chief Minister of Perak then. 


Over 20,000 fruits were brought in
The durian was the attraction with over 20,000 durians brought in but it showcased more of the culture of Perak and possibly of the wonderful community spirit at Bukit Gantang then.

A relaxing morning at Bukit Gantang
On Call....the durian opener

It was the culture of Perak with vibrant colours of the dancers and the accompanying performance, so energetic with smiles of total enjoyment.  

Colorful dancers .....
...tantalizing....
..... frolicking in fun ....

and totally captivating....

The silat display with accompanying music, the durian by-product delicacies and the lunch following the event all added to a delightful weekend.


.... martial arts and accompanying cultural music .....


...a community that work as one .......


The lunch..local fruit, roti jala, rendang tok .....gastronomic

It was a gastronomic delight and then more because it showcased Perak’s rich and wonderful culture.

JAG.


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