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Deepavali, Diwali or Dipavali is the Hindu festival of lights, which is celebrated every autumn in the northern hemisphere. One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, Diwali or Deepavali symbolises the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance". Wikipedia

Date: Saturday, October 26, 2019 Trending

Observances: Diya and lighting, home decoration, shopping, fireworks, puja (prayers), gifts, feast, and sweets

Also called: Deepavali

Featured in religions: Hinduism, Sikhism, Jainism, Newar Buddhism

Type of holiday: Religious holiday, Religious celebration

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