5 Long Weekend Trips to Celebrate Diwali

Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Sujata Singh

The festival of lights, Diwali, will be celebrated with great enthusiasm on November 12, 2023.

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This year Diwali falls on an extended long weekend which is the perfect opportunity for a long weekend trip. Here are 5 getaways that you can explore.

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Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh

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Ayodhya is known for its cultural and historical significance. In Ayodhya, Diwali is a four-day festival celebrated with much enthusiasm.

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Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Varanasi, also known as Banaras, is a perfect place to celebrate Diwali. You can witness a non-stop display of fireworks on this occasion.

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Kolkata, West Bengal

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Diwali is celebrated as Kali Puja in West Bengal. Many tourists and devotees flock to Kolkata's Maa Kali temples on this day.

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Pushkar

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Udaipur, Rajasthan

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