Hari Wilayah (Federal Territory Day)

Federal Territory Day 2012

Well the Federal Territory Day has already ended and while some might say that it was organized and celebrated quite splendidly others may think vice versa.Either way im quite sceptical as to how many of us Malaysians do realize that come 1st February 2012, the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur will be celebrating the 38th anniversary of its founding.Yes,you heard them right,38 years of prolonged history.Going on a basic introduction,the Federal Territory Day or Hari Wilayah Persekutuan is a state holiday for Federal Territory in Malaysia. It is celebrated on the 1st of February every year in Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya. This date marks the anniversary of formation of the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in 1974.

Now,let me take you back on memory lane.The Federal Territories in Malaysia comprise of three territories namely Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan. Kuala Lumpur is the national capital of Malaysia, Putrajaya is the administrative capital, and Labuan is an offshore international financial centre. Both Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya are enclaves in the state of Selangor, while Labuan is an island off the coast of Sabah. The official anthem of the territories is "Maju dan Sejahtera", which means "Progress and Prosperity". Each federal territory has its own flag.

Below is the video music of the official anthem for the Federal Territory Day.

This official Federal Territory Day song was inaugurated by YAB Timbalan Perdana Menteri Malaysia, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin on the 29 January 2011 on the occasion of the launching ceremony and parade that is in line with the Federal Territory Day Celebration.

Starting on from this date,this song will be used and and played for all official ceremony and also the Federal Territory agencies and not forgetting all the schools that are situated in Wilayah Persekutuan.

Lyrics :

Inilah wilayah bumi yang bertuah
Maju membangun dijulang megah
Aman sentosa di sepanjang masa
Teguh disemai sentiasa

Membara semangat setiap warganya
Cergas mindanya semangat waja
Pada wilayah ditumpah setia
Hormat hormati penuh mesra

Bersatulah Berbaktilah
Semua warga wilayah

Sayangilah Lindungilah
Sepenuh jiwa raga

Kita jaga keharmonian semua
Maju sejahtera
Wilayah Persekutuan

Flag of Kuala Lumpur

Flag of Labuan

Flag of Putrajaya

The Federal Territory encompasses the actual city of Kuala Lumpur, the nation's capital, and its outlying areas known locally as the Klang Valley. An urban centre, the Federal Territory's principal tourist attraction is the nation's capital itself, Kuala Lumpur. The city itself has a long history, dating back to the 18th century when it began as a mining town.

 

Most tourist attractions are located within the city, such as the historical landmarks that trace Malaysia's development, and the various shopping malls that offer a wide variety of international brands. There are also various handicraft centres, including the historic Central Market where tourists can purchase authentic traditional handicraft and souvenirs.

KL Central Market

Petronas Twin Towers

As the nation's capital, Kuala Lumpur also hosts various international events and exhibitions at modern venues like the Petronas Twin Towers and the Putra World Trade Centre. Although most of the attractions are located within the city limits, there are an amazing selection of great food outlets at the outlying areas of the Klang Valley. Most of these outlets, however, are known mostly to locals and are often hidden in residential areas. I know I may be saying this a little too late but it's always better to do late than never,so hear I go wishing all Malaysians a very happy Federal Teritory Day,Selamat Hari Wilayah.