Citrawarna become a major tourism event bringing thousands of visitors from near and far. What makes it more intriguing is that even the locals look forward to this festival.
It is the best time for visitors to see at a glance the entirety of Malaysia - enjoy the song and dance, revel in the culture and beauty of each ethnic group, lavish in the food of various cuisine, drink in the way of life and the elements that make each and every one of them truly unique.
Each of Malaysia's distinctive communities - Malay, Chinese, Indian, Kadazan and Gawai has its own unique lifestyle including traditions and architectures and also language.
Malaysia is a nation proud of its culture and heritage. Tolerance, acceptance and appreciation of one another's cultures are traits that are intrinsic to Malaysians - so diverse, yet at the same time, unique. Underneath it all lies the same spirit - the spirit of being Malaysians, of being united and diverse.
