Crowds pack malls, tourist resort

PEKANBARU, Riau: Two days after the celebration of Idul Fitri, shopping malls and recreation centers in Pekanbaru were still packed with holidaymakers.

Thousands of people turned up on Thursday at Plaza Citra, Plaza Senapelan and Pekanbaru Mall in downtown Pekanbaru city.

Some were just sightseeing while others, especially children, played games under the surveillance of their parents.

Thousands of other city residents chose to go to tourist resorts, including an artificial lake on the outskirts of the city. Families walked, chatted and appreciated the beautiful scenery there.

City residents are mostly on vacation until Sunday, and are due to be back at work on Monday. -- Antara