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wohoho… these are totally awesome. throughout the year of 2007 gonna bring us some terrific events and festivals in conjunction with VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR 2007. i am extremely excited of what’s gonna happen for the next few months. listen to this guys: WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL gonna be held here in PENANG!!! and there’s gonna be WORLD DRUMS FESTIVAL at port dickson. i’m sure gonna be at these two places.

here’s some of the cool events that are special and exciting:

Rainforest World Music Festival 2007
13 July 2007 Until 15 July 2007
In the interior of mystical Borneo, amidst a living museum known as the Sarawak Cultural Village, the world’s musicians gather to celebrate a fusion of nature, culture and ethnic music. Incorporating workshops, ethno-musical lectures, jam sessions and mesmerising evening performances, this magical event is set to thrill music aficionados. Held for the tenth time in 2007, the festival brings together ardent fans from throughout the world.

Venue:
Sarawak
Phone: 6082-423600
Fax: 6082-416700
Email: stb@sarawaktourism.com
Website: www.rainforestmusic-borneo.com

World Music Festival 2007 - Botanical Garden, Penang
20 July 2007 Until 22 July 2007
The air in Penang will be filled with enchanting melodies that originate from various parts of the world. Be there as tthe world’s renowned musicians showcase the best music from their countries and cultures. Superb performances and unforgetable activities will keep music lovers delighted

Venue:
Botanical Garden
Penang
Phone: +603-2693 7111
Fax: +603-2694 1146
Email: info@motour.gov.my
Website: www.motour.gov.my

50 Years of Nationhood - World Lion Dance Invitation
3 August 2007 Until 5 August 2007
Enjoy spectacular performances by the best lion dance troupes invited from all over the world, held especially in conjunction with Malaysia’s 50th Anniversary and for the Visit Malaysia Year 2007 campaign.

Venue:
Genting Highlands
Pahang
Phone: 603-61052143
Fax: 603-61052521
Email: Veron.loo@genting.com
Website: www.genting.com.my

Malaysia International Fireworks Competition
15 August 2007 Until 30 August 2007
Watch the sky being lit up with impressive firework displays! The competition will feature various countries vying to create brilliant displays. Each country will present unique and spectacular firework formations. Splendid splashes of flaming red, bright orange and other vivid colours transform the sky into a grand theatre of pyrotechnics. Be part of this magical, glittering evening!

Venue:
Putrajaya
Phone: 603-2693 7111
Fax: 603-2694 1146
Email: info@motour.gov.my
Website: www.motour.gov.my

KL International Tattoo Show
7 September 2007 Until 9 September 2007
The tattoo show aims to bring together foreign groups such as military forces to congregate harmoniously in Kuala Lumpur. The three-night event features displays of precision marching and military demonstrations for four hours every night. This is an opportunity for major armies of the world to converge and to participate in this spectacular show.

Venue:
Stadium Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur
Phone: 603-26937111
Fax: 603-26932399
Website: www.motour.gov.my

Penang International Lantern Festival
15 September 2007 Until 14 October 2007
Lanterns of various shapes and colours bring on an air of festivity to this beautiful island. The Lantern Festival is also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival, usually celebrated in the eight month of the Chinese lunar calendar. It marks the succesful rebellion against the Mongol rulers of the Yuan Dynasty in the 14th century China. Children and adults rejoice by walking around with lanterns in various colours. At nightfall, the procession of lanterns is a sight to behold.

Venue:
Penang
Phone: 604-262 0202
Fax: 604-263 1020
Email: enquiry@tourismpenang.gov.my
Website: www.tourismpenang.gov.my

World Drums Festival
3 November 2007 Until 10 November 2007
A cultural event showcasing a variety of percussion and drum music from the four corners of the globe. This event will feature ten groups of drummers from around the world. Come and enjoy its rhythms and sounds.

Venue:
Port Dickson
Negeri Sembilan
Phone: 606-7676793
Fax: 606-7634417

KL International Buskers Festival
1 December 2007 Until 9 December 2007
Enjoy nine days of pure fun in this delightful festival, featuring performances by acrobats, knife-eaters, creative dancers, comedians and jugglers. Busking is the art of street performing, done with absolutely no rehearsals, scripts or routines. Watch wacky performers from various countries as they liven up the town with their antics. Great entertainment for the whole family!

Venue:
Kuala Lumpur
Phone: 603-26981033
Fax: 603-2691 6122
Email: info@malaysiabuskers.com
Website: www.malaysiabuskers.com

you can get to see other cool events throughout the country here.