Hari Merdeka (Malaysian for 'Independence Day'), also known as Hari Kebangsaan (National day), refers to the day when the Federation of Malaya's independence from the British Empire was officially declared. At exactly 09:30 on 31 August 1957, the declaration was read by the first Chief Minister of Malaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman at the Merdeka Stadium in the presence of thousands of people including Malay Rulers, members of the federal government, and foreign dignitaries.
To commemorate the event, Hari Merdeka was declared a national holiday in Malaysia and observed annually on 31 August.
To commemorate the event, Hari Merdeka was declared a national holiday in Malaysia and observed annually on 31 August.
This year, Hari Merdeka was celebrated at Putrajaya, the federal administrative centre of Malaysia. During this time most of the people would photograph the marching event but, for me, I like to photograph the people behind the scene.
I just love seeing people reactions.
I just love seeing people reactions.
All picture above is taken by my trusted Leica M6, Leica Summicron 35mm f2 and Agfa Vista 400 film. Develop and scanned by Darkroom8.
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