Diwali
Diwali is the festival of lights that is celebrated in India. It is a major Hindu celebration that signifies light overpowering dark. It is a time to get together with family and enjoy the good things in life
Garlands of jasmine that are used to decorate their houses are sold from the flower markets. The garlands of jasmine are sold by dawn, so you have to get there very early!
Outside their door, people will pour coloured sand on the ground, making the shape of a lotus blossom, which is a sign of welcome
Diwali is also about sharing. People often visit their neighbours to deliver them delicious food
New outfits (like saris) are often bought for Diwali
Colourful light displays are put up, and, like in the Diwali legend, when Rama returns after his victory, fireworks are set off
Key notes:
Colour
Festival of light
India
Light over dark
Jasmine
Temple
Coloured sand
Lotus blossom – welcome
Sharing
New outfits
Enjoy good things in life
Lights
Fireworks