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Diwali (Hindi: दिवाली Divālī), also called Deepavali (Sanskrit: दीपावलि Dīpāvali) or Deepotsava (Sanskrit: दीपोत्सव Dīpotsava), is one of the most important and widely celebrated festivals across India and the broader South Asian cultural world. The name "Deepavali" itself means “a row of lights”, and that image captures the essence of the celebration: homes, streets, temples, and public spaces illuminated by countless oil lamps, candles, and lanterns. For travellers, Diwali is a moment when the ordinary rhythms of life shift into something more vibrant and symbolic. The festival represents the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, but it also marks renewal, prosperity, and the welcoming of positive energy into the home and community. For Hindus, Diwali is one of the most anticipated and emotionally significant festivals of the year, woven from layers of mythology, seasonal rhythms, and family tradition.