10 Diwali Traditions from Around the World
India: Illuminate homes with diyas, exchange gifts, and savor festive sweets during the Festival of Lights.
Nepal: Celebrate Tihar with honor for animals, including dogs, cows, and crows, with colorful rituals.
Sri Lanka: Light oil lamps to mark the victory of good over evil and receive blessings.
Trinidad and Tobago: Enjoy cultural diversity with Diwali celebrations featuring traditional Indian dance and cuisine.
Fiji: Gather in temples to pray, light lamps, and participate in cultural performances during Diwali.
Mauritius: Witness spectacular firework displays and savor sweets like gato patate during the festival.
Malaysia: Observe Diwali with decorative kolam patterns, prayers at temples, and delightful Indian-inspired feasts.
Guyana: Engage in grand processions, lighting divas, and enjoying traditional Diwali dishes.
Singapore: Experience the public's enthusiasm with Diwali bazaars, cultural shows, and festive decorations.
United Kingdom: Diwali in London sees thousands celebrating with street parades, music, dance, and delicious cuisine.