Procession of chariots kick off Thaipusam in Penang


The silver chariot is seen leaving the Kovil Veedu Temple on Penang Street at 7.10am on Friday.

GEORGE TOWN: Two chariot processions took to the streets on Friday (Feb 7) morning to mark the beginning of the Thaipusam celebration in Penang.

Thousands thronged Little India from as early as 4am at Sri Maha Mariammam Temple on Queen Street and Kovil Veedu on Penang Street to witness the chariots and offer their prayers.

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