Showcasing their finest traditional attire


All dolled up: (From second left) Daisy, Ally and Debbie along with other participants of the event posing for a photo.

JOHOR BARU: Dressed in their finest traditional attire, from the Sarawakian pua kumbu to the Indian kurta, thousands of people from all over the country participated in the Keretapi Sarong event.

Held in conjunction with Malaysia Day at several locations around the country, many took time to plan their costumes – at times, days ahead.

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Keretapi Sarong , Ipoh Social Club , Locco , Ipoh

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