Unlike other countries in the world (Australia and NZ for example), Malaysians come alive after dark.  It could be due to the weather where people prefer to stay indoors until sundown or perhaps it could be due to the working hours in Malaysia where most Malaysians work until late evening.  Malaysians also prefer to eat out rather than to cook after work.


Whatever the reason, empty streets during daytime will be transformed into a place with myriads of colours during dusk.  Two perfect examples of nightlife in Malaysia can be seen in the images above.


The top image shows a typical street scene at Petaling Street, more commonly known as the Chinatown of Malaysia.  Typically, the "makan place" or eating shops at Chinatown would only open after dark.  These eating stalls are not open during the day.  Locals and tourist alike would all congregate to this particular street of Chinatown to sample Malaysia's best Hakka and Cantonese dishes.  These stalls are open till late everyday, which makes me believe that Malaysians do not sleep at all. 


The bottom image shows the hawker activities during the month of Ramadhan or the Muslim fasting month.  During this one month period, all type of stalls selling thousand and one things would commence business at the Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman area in the center of Kuala Lumpur.  All types of foodstuff, clothing, cakes and accessories can be found at this bazaar during this period.  This image was shot from the rooftop of Campbell Complex, a shopping mall overlooking the bazaar.


First Image: EOS 5D Mk II / Lens EF 24-70mm f/2.8 L USM


Second Image: EOS 5D Mk II / Lens EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM