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Ramadan and Raya buzz at Jalan TAR

Hasnoor Hussain7 years ago14th Jun 2017Pictures
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A man selling cold drinks pushing his cart with a girl inside it while crossing Jalan TAR. Many part-time vendors take the opportunity to sell food and drinks to the buka puasa crowd. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
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JALAN Tunku Abdul Rahman or Jalan TAR in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is a shopping heaven, especially during the holy Muslim month of Ramadan.

The atmosphere there gets merrier towards the end of the fasting month with Muslims thronging the area, shopping for Hari Raya Aidilfitri essentials such as cookies, traditional clothing and toys.

Hundreds of booths are set up in the back lanes of Jalan TAR, offering an array of goods at attractive prices. This attracts people from and outside the Klang Valley. Clothing and headscarves are the best-selling items there.

The Malaysian Insight photographer Hasnoor Hussain visited the Jalan TAR Ramadan bazaar on the public holiday of Nuzul al-Quran, the 17th day in Ramadhan to capture the ambience there this year.

A man selling cold drinks pushing his cart with a girl inside it while crossing Jalan TAR. Many part-time vendors take the opportunity to sell food and drinks to the buka puasa crowd. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
A man selling cold drinks pushing his cart with a girl inside it while crossing Jalan TAR. Many part-time vendors take the opportunity to sell food and drinks to the buka puasa crowd. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Ramadan bazaar traders at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman or Jalan TAR setting up mannequins modelling their wares. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017
Ramadan bazaar traders at Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman or Jalan TAR setting up mannequins modelling their wares. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017
Hundreds of canopies are set up along a 700m stretch for Raya shopping in the back lane of Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, reaching the start of Jalan Masjid India. Business will take place on the first day of fasting month until the eve of Hari Raya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Hundreds of canopies are set up along a 700m stretch for Raya shopping in the back lane of Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, reaching the start of Jalan Masjid India. Business will take place on the first day of fasting month until the eve of Hari Raya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
A trader adjusting the baju melayu on one of the mannequins. Shoppers come here for the wide variety of traditional outfits, such as baju kurung, baju melayu and sampin, which Malay Muslims wear during Raya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
A trader adjusting the baju melayu on one of the mannequins. Shoppers come here for the wide variety of traditional outfits, such as baju kurung, baju melayu and sampin, which Malay Muslims wear during Raya. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Shoppers are spoilt for choice when it comes to headscarves sold at one of the booths. The Jalan TAR Ramadan bazaar is known for reasonable pricing and latest designs. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Shoppers are spoilt for choice when it comes to headscarves sold at one of the booths. The Jalan TAR Ramadan bazaar is known for reasonable pricing and latest designs. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
People flooding the Jalan TAR area during the Nuzul al-Quran public holiday on June 12. The area is popular with shoppers from outside the Klang Valley. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
People flooding the Jalan TAR area during the Nuzul al-Quran public holiday on June 12. The area is popular with shoppers from outside the Klang Valley. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Clowns entertaining children on Jalan TAR. Performers showcase their talent here and make some pocket money during the festive season. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Clowns entertaining children on Jalan TAR. Performers showcase their talent here and make some pocket money during the festive season. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Tired shoppers taking a break in a headscarf shop. Shopping while fasting is a tiring, especially during a hot day. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Tired shoppers taking a break in a headscarf shop. Shopping while fasting is a tiring, especially during a hot day. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Shoppers breaking their fast at the five-foot way of a garment shop at Jalan TAR before the evening ends. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
Shoppers breaking their fast at the five-foot way of a garment shop at Jalan TAR before the evening ends. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
A general view of the Raya shopping heaven of Lorong Tunku Abdul Rahman, a back lane of Jalan TAR. Business begins at 9am and ends after midnight. Towards the end of Ramadan, more people will flock to the area for last-minute shopping with many businesses extending their hours. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
A general view of the Raya shopping heaven of Lorong Tunku Abdul Rahman, a back lane of Jalan TAR. Business begins at 9am and ends after midnight. Towards the end of Ramadan, more people will flock to the area for last-minute shopping with many businesses extending their hours. – The Malaysian Insight pic by Hasnoor Hussain, June 14, 2017.
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