Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a Hindu festival celebrated in India that marks the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom after 14 years in exile. During Diwali, people decorate their homes with lights, rangoli designs, and flowers. They light diyas and candles to symbolize the victory of light over darkness. People also worship Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and pray for prosperity in the coming year. It is a time for families and communities to come together, light fireworks, and enjoy traditional foods.

1. DIWALI –FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

2. Before Diwali
we send cards
to our friends
and family

3. We go to people’s houses and
give presents

4. People like to buy new clothes on Diwali

5. Jewelry is also a big favorite

6. Many create elaborate designs (Rangoli) with
color (this one above in the UK)

7. Rangoli is also made with flowers

8. Another Rangoli example

9. On Diwali, the story is that a famous Indian God &
King, Rama returned home after 14 years

10. But it was a moonless, dark night. Rama
couldn’t see. So the people of Ayodhya, who were
waiting, had an idea

11. They lit the roads with little lamps to show them the way
home. It was a huge celebration that day. This is Diwali,
the festival of lights.

12. Every year Diwali comes on a moonless night.
The streets are covered with lights.

13. People shop. Children buy interesting things like
these clay dolls

14. The shops and markets are colorfully lit too

15. All the stores look so interesting

16. Temples of all religions are brightly lit on this day

17. The Golden Temple looks amazing

18. There are Diwali fairs everywhere

19. Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth is
worshipped for a prosperous year ahead.

20. The actual day begins with people decorating their
prayer areas at home. They thank God for their
families and pray for a great new year with health,
wealth and good luck

21. Little lamps surround the Gods

22. The prayer area looks festive with fruits &
flowers

23. After prayers, everyone goes out to
light lamps and candles around the house

24. After prayers, everyone goes out to
Some light lampscolored andaround the house
diyas are and candles decorated

25. Then, its time to eat.

26. Colored mithai (sweets) are everywhere.

27. People prepare delicious foods in their homes

28. After eating, kids light firecrackers

29. The spinning wheel is a big favorite

30. Children love the sparklers
The spinning wheel is a big favorite

31. Diwali is a time to get closer to family and friends

32. We love firecrackers the best !
Diwali is a time to get closer to family and friends

33. Diwali symbolizes going from darkness to light, the
start of the Hindu New Year and a celebration for
Indians of all religions all over the world.