Diwali
Guide to the date, history, cultural origins and celebration traditions of Diwali in India.
History & Origins of Diwali
Diwali, the legendary Hindu Festival of Lights, holds profound spiritual and historical significance. It celebrates the return of Lord Rama, his wife Sita, and brother Lakshmana to their kingdom of Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and their epic victory over the demon king Ravana. To light their path and welcome them home, the citizens of Ayodhya illuminated the entire city with clay lamps.
How It Is Observed & Celebrated
It is celebrated by decorating homes with sparkling lights and clay oil lamps (diyas), creating colorful flour patterns (rangoli) on floors, wearing new clothes, performing prayers (puja) to Goddess Lakshmi for wealth, and lighting firecrackers.
Quick Facts Card
Create Custom Counter
Need a custom countdown clock for Diwali or another personal event? Create a highly customizable live timer to share or embed.
Event Countdown ToolEmbed This Countdown Widget
Add a live, real-time countdown timer for Diwali to your own blog, school website, or company intranet. Completely free and highly customizable.