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Diwali – The Festivals of Light


Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, can be compared to Christmas because of its spiritual significance and its central role in the Indian festival calendar. At Diwali, Hindus in India celebrate the triumph of good over evil, the light over the shadow, the truth about the lie and the life over death. The festival takes place every year between October and November - so if you are planning an India trip at this time , be sure to check out the calendar to avoid Diwali!

More information about the colorful festivals of India can be found in our article about the  15 most beautiful India festivals.

This is how Diwali is celebrated!

Diwali is the festival of light. Depending on the region, it is celebrated by Hindus throughout India for up to five days between mid-October and mid-November. Every day has its own meaning.


The name derives from the Sanskrit word Deepavali. Deepa means as much as light and Vali means series. Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over the darkness.

The festival of lights is a Hindu holiday. For many Hindus, this is the most important celebration of the year celebrated with the family. In the circle of the family a feast is enjoyed, lights are lit and small presents exchanged.

Diwali is a festival of lights and in India, fairy lights are hung, oil lamps lit and celebrated with fireworks.

Diwali also recalls the coronation of Prince Rama from Hindu mysticism. This had killed after 14 years of exile the demon Ravana, whereby the good triumphed over evil.




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