Indian cities celebrate Diwali with fervor

In just a couple of days from now, fireworks, distributing sweets and lighting diyas will brighten up people’s mood as they welcome Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. Festival is same and so is the frenzy; however the way people across India celebrate Diwali is as diverse as India’s culture.

Glittering Ganges in Haridwar and Varanasi
Thousands of diyas sparkle as they float on the river Ganga. As the day comes to an end and dusk marks the beginning of a time to light diyas and burst firecrackers, Haridwar and Varanasi witness devotees throng the Ghats to celebrate the festival

of lights with fervor.
The special evening aartis make the celebrations even more splendid.

 

 

Kali Puja in Kolkata

Kolkata chooses to perform a puja for their beloved Goddess Kali on Diwali. The entire city bathes in the light of candles, colorful electric bulbs and diyas in order to celebrate the commencement of the important day at midnight. And since Diwali is about sweets, don’t forget to gorge on the famous Rasgullas and Mishti Dahi.

 

 

Set the sky on fire in Mumbai
Although nothing different happens on Diwali in Mumbai, the view of the city is however worth witnessing. Firework is the main attraction here that eventually illuminates the night sky. The best place to witness firework in Mumbai would be Marine Drive, where the already glittering Queen of Arc makes for a perfect background.

Gleaming Golden Temple in Amritsar

The graceful Golden Temple in Amritsar is braced with light on the eve of Diwali. The illuminating lights on one side and the sky brightened up with fireworks on the other makes Amritsar breathtaking during Diwali. Not to forget binging on culinary delights like Amritsari Kulcha or Amritsari fish fry.

 

 

Cheer as Narakasura Demon is Set Ablaze in Goa
While Delhiites immerse themselves in Lakshmi Puja and people in Kolkata choose to worship Goddess Kali, Goans believe in setting Narakasura, a demon, on fire. Burning of his effigy at the dawn of the Diwali Day symbolizes the triumph of good

over evil. However, Diwali is also about card parties, indulging in gambling and so if you happen to visit Goa this Diwali, a visit to casinos could not be ruled out.