Friday, November 7, 2008

Diwali Celebrations at BIS

Diwali celebrations took place a couple of weeks ago, but I wanted to share some of the pictures and tell you about Diwali.

Diwali is a holiday celebrated in India. It is known as the "festival of lights". Small lamps-- called diyas-- are lit and placed all over the home and outside of the home. During the festival Indians exchange sweets and enjoy spectacular fireworks. New clothes are adorned (made by adding bright designs and decorations) and worn throughout the celebration. Diwali symbolizes many different things in India-- and recognizes some goddesses as well. Even though the different regions in India celebrate Diwali a bit differently, it signifies the "renewal of life"-- where the beginning of winter is marked.

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