Know about Diwali, Why Deepavali is celebrated

Know about Diwali

Diwali also called Deepavali, is the most widely observed festival. Deepavali is called the Festival of Lights and is celebrated to honor Rama-Chandra, the seventh avatar (incarnation of the god Vishnu). 

Know about Diwali, Why Deepavali is celebrated

The popular legend in Hinduism associated with Diwali marks the day when Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya, the capital of his kingdom, from a forced exile after defeating Ravana, the ultimate force of evil, in his time. His return symbolically represents the return of Peace, Goodness, Prosperity and Happiness.

The houses are specially cleaned and decorated and filled with lights and candles that light up at dusk. The third day is the most important, family and friends get together to celebrate a meal, make the gifts and finish throwing the fireworks. It is a tradition that the goddess will especially favor those who reconcile with her enemies.

Know about Diwali, Why Deepavali is celebrated


During Diwali people unveil new clothes, make gifts, share sweets and throw lots of fireworks. It is the entrance of the Hindu New Year, and one of the most significant and joyful nights of the year.


Why Diwali is celebrated and what it teaches us?
Sanskrit word ‘Deepavali’ means array of lights and so Diwali is popularly known as “Festival of Lights”. Commonly celebrated as the "Victory of Truth", it celebrates the victory of truth over evil, good over bad brightness over darkness, innocence over arrogance etc. that stands for victory of brightness over darkness.

You must travel Traveling to India during Diwali Festival

Happy and Safe Deepavali To All of You!!

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