“I fell in love with the wau in 2009,” the 35-year-old said. “The first time I held the string of a kite flying high in the air, I was instantly captivated by the excitement of the game.” ...

Malaysian Kite Flyers Association (MPM) remains dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of kite-flying, particularly traditional wau.

THE intricate art of making the “wau sobek”, a traditional Malay­sian kite, is not a skill every kite maker has. It requires a blend of craftsmanship and patience to carve out the fine ...

In fact, the kite maker’s decision to change his career from construction to craft art was well worth it as it has become his steady source of income for the past 25 years.

MELAKA, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Kite Flyers Association (MPM) remains dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of kite flying, particularly traditional wau, to the ...

He said when taking part in a wau competition, participants are not only judged based on how high the kite can fly but also on the beauty of its shape and design as well as its size and authenticity.