3,000 gather in the light of lanterns

This symbolic lantern tree is a favourite selfie spot with visitors.

The practice of carrying lanterns is Chinese by origin but in the Malaysian context, it has become a symbol of unity.

And where there is unity, there is progress, said Federal Territories MCA chairman Datuk Yew Teong Look during a Mid-Autumn carnival in Sri Petaling which drew close to 3,000 visitors within four hours.