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Diwali: Media
Hindu festival
Videos
Why is Diwali called the Festival of Lights?
Learn about the meaning of the name Diwali and the significance of the festival in...
Images
Diyas lit for Diwali.
On Diwali, lighting lamps called diyas are an important part of the celebration.
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Rangoli for Diwali
Lines and lamps joining together in a rangoli for Diwali, the festival of...
© Subharnab Majumdar
Interactives
Hindu Holidays: Celebrating Gods and Seasons
A collection of articles on holidays and festivals in Hinduism.
Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.
Podcasts
On This Day: Diwali
Today's program takes a break from the Gregorian calendar to explore Diwali, a week...
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