Lights, fireworks and candles are only a few signs that Diwali has begun (today in India, Malaysia and Singapore and tomorrow the rest of the world). A Hindu festival representing the conquering of light over darkness, good over evil, Diwali is one of the happiest religious festivals to be celebrated and we’d love to see your photos and videos.
Preparation is equally important as celebrating the festival itself. So whether you’re buying or exchanging gifts, decorating your shop, buying fireworks or adorning your home with diyas (decorative lamps and candles) share your pictures, experiences and videos with us. We’ve included some examples from last year below. We’ll feature the best on the site.
Diwali
Flowersellers all set with garlands for the gods!
Diwali treats
Some tasty homemade Diwali treats
Mithai - sweets - from New Delhi
Some of the finest sweets I've tasted, from a local sweet shop - ladoo, kala jamun, barfi - all excellent and not sugary at all! (ha). Happy Diwali.
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