Malaysia National Day 2023: Google Doodle celebrates Hari Merdeka

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Also Read: Google Doodle celebrates the 148th birthday of educator and feminist Isabelle Gatti de Gamond; all you need to know Meanwhile, the public holiday falls on the 31st of August, but Merdeka celebrations are seen throughout the whole month and extend to Malaysia Day on September 16th. The Google Doodle's description highlighted that the festivities commence at Merdeka Square, where participants of the parade assemble in ornately adorned vehicles and traditional attire.

The event showcases diverse cultural performances representative of the nation's various origins, accompanied by the singing of patriotic songs like "Tanggal 31" and "Satu Malaysia." Also Read: Google Doodle celebrates 109th birth anniversary of trangender cyclist Willy De Bruyn Simultaneously, photography exhibitions, singing competitions, and athletic events occur, while schoolchildren engage in performances. The surroundings are adorned with patriotic embellishments and Malaysia's flag, akin to the one depicted in today's Google Doodle, embellishes government buildings, residences, and vehicles.

On August 31, 1957, the Federation of Malaya, which later came to be recognized as Malaysia, announced its independence—a pivotal juncture in the country's history, marking the liberation from British colonial dominance. The depicted Google Doodle showcases the Malaysian flag, embellished with vibrant flowers, fluttering in front of the Malaysian cityscape.