1 Participants pose for a photo before the mask parade.2 Thai participants joined the parade with some modern masks and colourful costumes.3 Masked men playing music in the streets during the parade.4 The parade was an international affair as it drew participants from many other countries.5 More than 350 participants join the mask parade. 6 The Mah Meri aborigine from Pulau Carey showing off their masks that were made to resemble the appearances of their ancestors and imbued with their spirits.7 Ab Ghaffar (middle) and Norliza (right) posing for a photo with a mymaskfest2015 frame.Photos: GLENN GUAN/The Star
EVERY mask tells a different story, but when put together, it shows unity and cultural acceptance.
A mask parade held in conjunction with the inaugural Malaysia International Mask Festival (Mimaf) gathered like-minded enthusiasts from several countries for a splendid showcase of masks, each with a different origin and story.
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