5 Best Places To Enjoy Diwali In India

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Aparna Singh

Ayodhya

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Ayodhya can easily be defined as the epicenter of Diwali celebrations. The city, believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, is lit up to symbolically commemorate the return of their king after 14 years in exile.

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Goa

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When one thinks of Goa one thinks of Christmas and New Year celebrations. However, Diwali in Goa is a unique affair. Many Goan Hindus mark Diwali by observing Naraka Chaturdashi.

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Jaipur

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The Diwali festivities in Jaipur start with Dhanteras. The whole city is decorated with lights. One should climb up the decked-up Nahargarh Fort just to enjoy the stunning and illuminated cityscape of Jaipur from the top.

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Amritsar

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The city springs to life during Diwali as the Sikh festival of Bandi Chhor Divas overlaps with Diwali. The Bandi Chor Divas commemorates the release of Guru Hargobind and 52 other prisoners from Gwalior Fort.

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Varanasi

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Varanasi is known for celebrating Dev Deepawali, a festival dedicated to Lord Shiva’s victory over demon Tripurasur. The steps of Ravidas Ghat on the bank of Ganga are illuminated with over a million earthen diyas.

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