Wesak Day procession back in Penang after three-year hiatus


GEORGE TOWN: After a three-year hiatus, the Wesak Day procession in Penang is back with 25 organisations participating this year.

The 7km-long procession, which started at about 6.30am Thursday (May 4) from the Malaysia Buddhist Association building in Jalan Burma, passed by Jalan Pangkor, Jalan Kelawai, Lorong Burma, Jalan Perak, Lebuhraya Peel, Jalan Macalister, Jalan Anson and Lorong Madras before returning to the point of origin about four hours later.

Unlock 30% Savings on Ad-Free Access Now!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM9.73 only

Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month
RM8.63/month

Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters.

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Wesak Day , Procession , Penang , Buddha

Next In Nation

Student group launches campaign calling for release of detained activists
Syed Saddiq hopes for acquittal in Court of Appeal after five-year wait
Thunderstorm warning issued for five states as well as Putrajaya and Labuan
Syed Saddiq arrives at Palace of Justice for appeal decision
When the mountain shook
Man killed after his car flips over in Klang
Ksatria WhatsApp channel set up to help Indonesians here
36% rise in Covid-19 cases in Selangor, no deaths�
Over 11,800 HFMD cases recorded in Kelantan
‘Duta Enclave’ to remain with govt

Others Also Read