Invoking spirits of the sea

Shamans and celebrants heading to the Teluk Tanjung River to seek blessings from spirits of the sea and rivers around Carey Island.

This time of year, Malaysians are usually caught up with celebrations of the Chinese New Year, but there is also a celebration unique to Selangor that takes place at the same time.

Annually, the indigenous Mah Meri tribe who live in five villages on Carey Island, Klang, gather to celebrate “Puja Pantai” (Sea Spirits’ Day), which coincides with the lunar new year.