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Traditional water sports

Richard Nelson Sokial

Pillowfight

Participants in a pukul bantal (pillow fighting) contest during a festival in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan in 2006.

Malaysians have a natural affinity for water-based recreation. Traditional water sports comprise a wide spectrum of games and activities which are played throughout the country by people of all ages. Numerous events, competitions and festivals are held to showcase the beauty and excitement of traditional water sports.

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  • An evolving tradition
  • Traditional water-based recreation