Diwali @ Home
Firecrackers in AR, coloring books for the family, and a treasure trove of cultural stories to explore
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Discover the different ways you can explore The Festival of Light at home
The celebrations
Discover the different ways that Diwali is celebrated across India
How We Celebrate Diwali Today
How families and friends get together to celebrate the Indian festival of lights
People at the Puja
Explore photography of the celebrations on the river
In what Hindu calendar month is Diwali celebrated?
Kartika
Devotees at the ghat
Decorations galore
Explore the beautiful ways that houses are prepared for the occasion
Get some inspo
Inspiration for your own Diwali decorations
Lighting the way
Explore the different lamps used in Diwali celebrations
What does the word 'Diwali' mean?
Row of lights
Music and dance
The performances celebrating Diwali and the legends that surround it
Spotlight on: Gomira dancing
Explore photographs of the local traditional mask-dance of Dakshin Dinajpur
The taste of Diwali
Explore the feasts you'll find at the festival
Serving with style
The story behind the the way food is presented during Diwali
Table settings to make your mouth water
What is this popular Diwali dessert called?
Gulgule
Crispy Gulgule (Nisha Madhulika)