KUALA LUMPUR — The vibrant colours and festive joy of Deepavali at the iconic Sri Subramaniar Swamy Temple in Batu Caves here, captivated international tourists and expatriates alike, offering them an uplifting glimpse into Malaysia’s harmonious multicultural fabric.

Russian tourist Evelina Nesterenko, 24, described her maiden visit to the renowned landmark as a truly awe-inspiring experience, especially when taking in the kaleidoscope of colours and festive cheer.

“Yeah, it’s really impressive. It’s so beautiful. It’s so colourful and I just want to go and look at everything and see with my eyes,” she told Bernama.

Nesterenko, an English language teacher based in Vietnam, said her holiday to Malaysia was inspired by glowing recommendations from friends, alongside her personal fascination with the nation’s cultural diversity.