INTERACTIVE: A once-in-33-year Raya phenomenon


  • Nation
  • Friday, 04 Apr 2025

Tunku Farra Tunku Zamil (second left), 35, and sister Tunku Suraya Tunku Zamil (far left), 33, sharing the Raya dishes and drinks with their family members on the morning of Hari Raya celebration at their house in Shah Alam. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia will experience a rare convergence of three major festivals eight years from now.

In 2033, Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Chinese New Year and Christmas will fall close to each other, creating a joyful overlap of celebrations.

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