JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Deepavali celebrations are not just about wearing new attire and preparing an array of traditional delicacies, but also about strengthening family bonds and preserving age-old traditions passed down through generations.
Deepavali: Traditional Delicacies, Family Bonds Bring Festival Of Lights To Life
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Deepavali celebrations in Johor Bahru and Singapore focus on family bonds and traditional food. Residents shop at local bazaars for decorations and attire, while families prepare specific meals and perform morning rituals to mark the festival.
- A 65-year-old Singaporean visits Johor Bahru annually to shop for Deepavali essentials and meet relatives.
- Families in Singapore wake at 5 am on Deepavali morning to bathe, pray, and eat thosai.
- A 40-year-old housewife in Pasir Gudang is holding a religious ceremony for her daughter's coming of age.
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