These lamps are known as diyas or divas. Through this, the festival of Diwali was born. Image caption, The diyas represent the lights that guided Rama and Sita home, as told in the poem Ramayana.

During Diwali, many Hindus will decorate their homes, shops and places of worship with diyas (clay lamps) and lights. Because of this, some people have taken this image to show the lights spread ...

The festival is marked by the lighting of diyas (lamps), bursting of ... send your loved ones heartfelt Diwali messages, ...

Shirdi, Maharashtra, Nov 14: Devotees of Sai Baba on Diwali night lighted one lakh eight thousand diyas (lamps) within 30 seconds. "This was our way of expressing devotion for Baba's 'Nau ...

So what is the deeper significance of lighting a diya (clay lamp) during Diwali? Kumud Merani tells us more. Disclaimer: Every religion and country as well as state in India might have different ...

The five-day celebration is observed with decorating homes, lighting diyas, bursting crackers, and spending cheerful moments with family and friends. Celebrated across India and worldwide, Diwali ...

Decorated Ghats and Temples: The ghats and temples along the Ganges are adorned with intricate rangoli designs and colorful flower decorations during Diwali. The soft glow of diyas and the ...