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Traditional ‘wau’ set to soar over Kelantan for National Day

Malaysia Times desk Original: Malay Mail 8/7 21:00 X
Traditional ‘wau’ set to soar over Kelantan for National Day
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KOTA BHARU, Aug 7 — The artistic heritage of kites, which is the identity of the Kelantan community, will colour the National Day Malaysia Day (Hkhm) celebrations in the state...

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Not just a competition to test kite makers' skills in producing large-sized works, the event, which was introduced five years ago, is also a platform to promote traditional art as a medium to ignite the spirit of patriotism and love for the country in conjunction with the National Day celebrations.

Among those who will be participating is Team Sri Bongor, which is competing with two mega kites, namely the moon kite and the cat kite, created by kite maker Mohd Norazizi Mustapha, 45, from Kampung Padang Bongor, Binjai.

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Malay Mail
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Aug 7, 2026
Updated here
Aug 15, 2026
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