Buddhists congregate in Wesak Day celebrations

Buddhists are observing Wesak Day today, honouring the birth, enlightenment and passing of the religion's founder, Siddhartha Gautama.

Wesak Day, which is a public holiday in Malaysia, sees devotees congregating at Buddhist temples, chanting religious hymns and carrying Buddhist icons in a procession symbolising purity.

The auspicious day highlights...