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1. Diwali-Festival of Lights
Diwali Festival of LightsLighting the Diwali lanterns or diyas
Diwali, or Deepavali, is also known as the Festival of Lights and is India's most anticipated and biggest festival of the year. Diwali is a Hindu holiday that celebrates the triumph of light over darkness with fireworks, clay lanterns called diyas, and string lights.
Diwali typically takes place in late October or early November. During the 5 days of celebration, the whole country is covered in twinkling decorations and burning clay lanterns. This holiday is a time for family gatherings, large meals, and gift-giving.
Diwali is celebrated all over India, but some of the most beautiful cities to visit to experience the festival are Delhi, Jaipur, and Kolkata.
Check out our page all about Diwali Festival to learn more about where to go and how to celebrate as a traveler.
Upcoming Diwali Dates:
Like many Indian festivals, the dates of Diwali are based on the Hindu lunar calendar and change slightly every year.
2021: November 4
2022: October 25
2023: November 13
2024: November 1