Eagerly Awaiting Samrah Festival and Malaysia Flower Fest 2008

Kuala Lumpur residents and tourists alike have a lot of exciting events to look forward to this July and August. These include Samrah Festival 2008 over at Bintang Walk and the first leg of the Malaysia Floral Fest at the Merdeka Square.

The annual Samrah Festival is held at this time of the year to welcome tourists from the Middle East. It is held in Bintang Walk along the Jalan Bukit Bintang shopping district. Bintang Walk is popular for its numerous shopping stores and boutiques, as well as its nightlife.

Samrah Festival will offer a series of concerts featuring local and Arabian artists and music. This year, it will be held over a period of four weekends on the following dates:

July 18 and 19

July 25 and 26

August 1 and 2

August 8 and 9

Meanwhile, this year’s Malaysia Floral Fest is themed “Colours of Harmony,” in celebration of the multi-racial groups living in unity and peace in the country. Expect to see colourful parades with floats displaying attractive blooms from across the nation and neighbouring countries.

The event is the first of its kind to be organised in Southeast Asia. It will feature bazaars, competitions, workshops, and exhibits, so make sure to check it out. The Malaysia Floral Fest is internationally acclaimed for its cultural significance and creativity, winning awards at the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade in the United States.

The first part of the Malaysia Floral Fest, which is the Flora Run or the Florathon, will be held in Merdeka Square on July 20. The event will then be taken all around Klang Valley, which covers towns and cities across the state of Selangor:

July 26 – Flora Fest Parade (Putrajaya Boulevard, Putrajaya)
July 26-28 – Static Display of Floats (Putrajaya)
June 29-July 21 – Floral Photography Exhibition

Do not miss the Samrah Festival and Malaysia Floral Fest if you are headed for Kuala Lumpur in July and August. Book in advance at the hotel of your choice for more convenience.

The national capital has a wide array of hotels and motels, including the Olympic Hotel, that offer personalised services and reasonable rates. Avoid the hassle of long queues and spend your precious time on making memories in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur.