Kite flying is a popular traditional pastime in Malaysia, especially during harvest time. There are various types of kites such as Wau bulan (moon kite), Wau kucing (cat kite) and Wau merak (peacock kite). Wau Bulan got its name from the crescent-like shape of its tail. Given right color, wau bulan does resemble a rising crescent when flown. Normally moon kite is designed based on floral motifs. It's one of the Malaysia's national symbol, along some others being the keris and hibiscus. The logo of Malaysia Airlines (MAS) is based on moon kite.
