Festive Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman

You’ll be spoilt for choice with the varieties of baju raya.

WITH Hari Raya Aidilfitri just days away, city folks as well as those from neighbouring states flock to Kuala Lumpur’s famous shopping belt — Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman. Traditional-wear like baju Melayu, songkok and sampin for men and baju kurung or kebaya and matching shawls for the women are the favourites.

Every year, from the first day of Ramadan to Hari Raya eve, the area which includes neighbouring Jalan Masjid India and Jalan Bonus, comes alive with lines of stalls offering affordably priced goodies — from home decorative items to artificial flowers, clothing, shoes and tudung — all in one place.

And there are the Raya cookies — traditional and modern. The best thing, these cookies will go on sale on Hari Raya eve! You will be spoilt for choice.

The stalls stay open until midnight so you can shop at any time. Make a visit to Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman a whole-day outing for the family.

For the gentlemen, there’s a choice of the traditional baju Melayu or jubah. Feast your eyes and ignite the festive mood as you walk along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman Ramadan Bazaar. The festive mood is high throughout the day at Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman Ramadan Bazaar.

Choose the artificial flowers that you fancy and get the staff to arrange them for you.