Ultimate Guide To Diwali And Deepavali In KL

SHOP FOR INDIAN WEAR IN KL: Celebrating Deepavali In KL

Shopping hubs for Indian garments are mostly located in Masjid India, Little India in Brickfields, and Klang. In Masjid India, Haniffa Department Store is an Indian Muslim enclave with affordable sarees, textiles, and bangles are imported from India. Brickfields’ Mangala Theebam and Bollywood Fashion have gorgeous designs, and they give steep discounts. Explore Gayathri Silks and Sri Kumaran’s Silks in Klang which are a series of large stores with everything and anything.

Haniffa Department Store, 6, Jalan Masjid India, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 2693 8620, Facebook

Mangala Theebam, 245 Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia +603 6257 8228, www.mangalatheebam.com

Bollywood Fashion & Fashion Jewellery, No.250, Jalan Tun Sambathan, Little India, Brickfields, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 2260 1080, www.bollywood.my

Gayathiri Silk Sarees Palace, 88-90 Jalan Tengku Kelana, Klang, 41000 Selangor, Malaysia, +603 373 1717, www.gayathiri.com.my

Sri Kumaran’s Silks, 70 & 72, Jln Tengku Kelana 2 & 3, Kawasan 1, 41000 Klang, Malaysia, +603 3373 7072, www.www.kumaransilksonline.com

If you are more comfortable shopping online, Malaysian-based online shopping site Andaaz Fashion (www.andaazfashion.com.my) offers shipping within Malaysia plus reasonable return policies. Also recommended is Indian Colors (www.indiancolors.my), where one can shop for boutique-like collections of Ethnic Indian and Fusion wear for women.

SHOP FOR DIWALI DECOR & HOMEWARE IN KL: Celebrating Deepavali In KL

Diwali is never really complete without the pleasure of shopping for new decorative items, kitchenware or prayer items. And because we are living in this beautiful shopping haven, we needn’t look far to find the things we need, sometimes all under one roof called the “Little India”. Whether it is a saree, ornaments, flower garlands, spices or thosai, Little India will not disappoint you.

Located south of Kuala Lumpur city center, Brickfields’ Little India is a stone's throw away from KL Sentral, Malaysia's main transportation hub. Getting here has never been easier and it boasts delightful Indian cuisine. Brickfields is tagged as a "Divine Location" as it houses various religious structures. They do have impressive brassware with reasonably priced options.

Little India, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Fifty minutes on the KTM brings you right to the doorsteps of Little India in Klang which is located along Jalan Tengku Kelana. Similar to the one in Brickfields, you can find traditional clothing, flowers, and pieces of jewelry at a bargain.

Little India, Jalan Tengku Kelana, Kawasan 1, 41000 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia

VISIT TEMPLES : Celebrating Deepavali In KL

Families usually visit temples in their respective areas early in the morning to seek blessing. Head to one of Kuala Lumpur's popular temples, Sri Maha Mariamman Temple which is also the oldest Hindu temple in KL located at the edge of Chinatown.

Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

FEAST LIKE A KING: Celebrating Deepavali In KL

They say once you go spicy, you go crazy! Spice your life by having a grand feast with your family at some of the best Indian restaurants in KL. Annalakshmi, a humble restaurant that serves a variety of vegetarian dishes practices the concept of “eat as you wish, give us as you feel”. For a delicious array of healthy Indian dishes, visit The Ganga Cafe. Popular for its sinful fish curry, KAYRA Authentic Kerala Cuisine is your go-to for some hearty Kerala cuisine. Fancy a wholesome feast at one of KL's leading hotel? Check out our guide to Top Deepavali Buffets in KL.

Annalakshmi, 116, Jalan Berhala, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 2274 0799

The Ganga Cafe, 19, Lorong Kurau, Taman Bukit Pantai, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 2284 2119

KAYRA Authentic Kerala Cuisine, 46, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 1, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 7732 2009, www.kayra.com.my

Khan’s Indian Cuisine, No.8, Level 1, The Sphere No.1, Avenue 1, Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 5033 2121

Saravana Bhavan, 52, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 2287 1228

MAKE ROOM FOR SOME SWEET TREATS: Celebrating Deepavali In KL

Munch your way through trays of sweet and colorful sweets while shopping for Diwali. Try getting hold of some ‘nei urundai’ (ghee balls), ‘palkova’ (milk-based candies), and ‘laddoos’ (ghee laden sweet balls) at Jai Hind. Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant serves some of the best pistachio-based sweets and there’s also Moghul Mahal where you can find the finest selection of sweets freshly made by pastry chefs from Punjab - think Kulfi and Gulab Jamun!

Jai Hind, 13, Jalan Melayu, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant, Palace Hotel Plaza, 40-46, Jalan Masjid India, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, +603 2694 4233

Moghul Mahal, 153 Jalan Sultan Abdul Samad, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, www.moghulmahal.com.my

OPEN HOUSES: Celebrating Deepavali In KL

Like any other festival in Malaysia, your Hindu friends are likely to host ‘open houses’ so you can have your fill of delicious Indian food, all thanks to their hospitality. Be sure to confirm an RSVP to enjoy!

WHEN: November 12, 2023

WHERE:  Friend's home!

DEEPAVALI FIREWORKS: Celebrating Deepavali In KL

After finishing all the prayers and enjoying delicacies, it's time for more thrilling fun by bursting fireworks. Some of these are done in a big way which can be a spectacular sight in the places where most Indian communities live.

WHEN: November 11 & 12 at night

WHERE:  Places around Brickfields in Kuala Lumpur.