A Splashing Time at Malaysia's Water Festival, Intrudu

Michael Singho, Community Elder & Social Activist

26-Feb-25 19:00

A Splashing Time at Malaysia's Water Festival, Intrudu

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Did you know that Malaysia has our very own water festival, known as ‘Intrudu’? Celebrated by the community at the Portuguese Settlement in Melaka, it’s set to make a splash this coming weekend. So what better time for us to find out more about this unique aspect of Malaysian culture with Michael Singho.

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Produced by: Lim Sue Ann

Presented by: Lim Sue Ann

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Categories: History/Heritage

Tags: Intrudu water festival, Melaka's Portugese Settlement, village water festival, Portugese-Malacca Community, Southeast Asia's water festival, Intrudu, catholic, Cristao, Ujong Pasir, malaysia, cultural celebration,

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