Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a major Hindu festival celebrated with great enthusiasm across India and other parts of South Asia. It symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
The festival usually spans five days, with each day having its own significance. You'll find homes and streets beautifully decorated with lamps and colorful lights, and people exchanging gifts and sweets. It's a time of joy, unity, and renewal.
Diwali has different customs and practices depending on the region, but a common element is the lighting of diyas (oil lamps) to invoke prosperity and eliminate negativity.