Bodu Mas and Maali Parade

A huge crowd gathered at the Artificial Beach area to join in the festivities.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

A 'Maali' shakes hands with a child in the audience.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

The 'Bodu Mas' [Big Fish] is intricately woven from coconut palm fronds.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

Fishing the 'Bodu Mas' [Big Fish] in the midst of a large crowd of spectators.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

Hundreds of people gathered to watch the traditional parade on Eid day.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

A child dressed up as a 'Maali'.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

'Maali' in full performance in the procession.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

Two 'Maali' in costumes woven out of coconut palm fronds.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru

People watch on as a 'Maali' performs.-- Photo: Nishan Ali / Mihaaru