Every Indian house is glowing with diyas on Diwali. As the glory spreads around with the commencement of the Indian New Year, Indian families follow the rituals of Diwali revealing the Diwali legends. The Diwali traditions narrate Indian tales of many kings and their victory. The customs of Diwali begin along with the 5 Days of Diwali and ends with Bhai Dooj. As the Diwali days come near by people clean their homes and decorate it for the most awaited auspicious Indian festival. Prepare delicious sweets and treats for the family. People wear new and traditional clothes on these days, visit relatives and friends and exchange sweets and gifts to express their love and best wishes for each other.

Diwali is a festival of lights as the word explains itself, “Deepawali”. Lots of diyas, candles and lamps are lit in each home to celebrate the victory of happiness and prosperity over the evil. Diyas spread the message of knowledge where there is ignorance and spread love over hatred. Besides tiny earthen diyas a variety of fancy, colorful, big and small diyas are also available to decorate your home and make it bright and beautiful. Diyas are just a part of the magnificent customs of Diwali. It is said that Goddess Lakhmi visits a clean, well lit and decorated house. In every house colorful Rangoli is made on the floor; A form of Hindu folk art. It is said to be originated from Puranas. A peculiar custom associated with Diwali is gambling. The legend behind this custom happens to be of Goddess Parvati. She played dice with her husband Lord Shiva on this day. She blessed the world that who so ever gambles on this day would gain a lot of wealth. Each one of these customs remains incomplete without bursting firecrackers on this festival. The variety in sound and light of the firecrackers spread the celebrations in the air leaving nobody untouched by the festive enthusiasm.