The Floria 2013 Putrajaya Flower and Garden Festival will be on its 6th instalment this year and will be held again at the same venue of Precinct 2 at the Waterfront in Putrajaya. This is Malaysia’s largest flower and garden show to date, and last year, the event attracted over 500,000 visitors.A larger turnout is confirmed this year, as the tourism minister of Malaysia expects over 1 million visitors for this year’s event, which is spread over nine days. While it is recommended to visit on a weekday, the main activities take place over the weekend.

Putrajaya Flower and Garden Festival

What can you expect at Floria 2013?

There were flowers, flower art, and more flowers. Last year, the flower and garden show featured 400,000 tropical and subtropical flowers and plants.

As the central area is vast, there is an open area displaying flower decorations. There is also a huge air-conditioned tent where dazzling flower displays are showcased. Flower art and designs are made entirely from flowers and are a hit among photographers and flora lovers.

Outside is another open tent area where many traders sell their related wares. The many tents here sell all kinds of plants, fertilizers, and information. There is also a food tent area for hungry visitors. For Orchid lovers, special tents are set up where local and hybrid orchids are sold.

During Floria 2013, another exciting event will be the Magic of the Night Parade, the second year after its successful launch in 2012.This unique parade will showcase a number of boats, local and international, decorated with flowers and lights. They will parade along the lakeside, showing off their beautiful designs against the night backdrop.

The Magic of the Night Boat Parade takes place at 8:30 pm and over the weekend by the waterfront at Precinct 2 in Putrajaya. This is an event not to be missed by tourists and locals. A stunning fireworks show follows the night boat parade.

For tourists or foreigners, you will have to plan carefully as it is a bit hard to get taxis and buses at night from Putrajaya unless you go to a hotel or bus terminal.My advice is to book a stay at any one of the hotels around here if you want to attend this event and catch the Putrajaya Magic of Night Float Parade.

If you want to do a day trip to see the flower and garden festival, you can use public transport to Putrajaya and back.

Conclusion
In the last couple of years, I have also attended the Floria Putrajaya Flower and Garden Exhibition 2011 and Floria 2010. Note that every year, there is a theme involved at the event. If you are a flora lover or want to experience this event, head over here during the festival, as it is suitable for all walks of life.

Photographers will also be seen by the hundreds here, as flowers are among the most beautiful subjects. I visit this event yearly, and I hope to see you at the coming Floria 2013 Putrajaya Flower and Garden Festival.