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Diwali is the Indian festival of lights, usually lasting five days and celebrated during the Hindu Lunisolar month Kartika. One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, Diwali symbolizes the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance". Wikipedia

Observances: Diya and lighting, home decoration, shopping, fireworks, puja (prayers), gifts, feast, and sweets

Date: Saturday, 14 November, 2020

Also called: Dipawali

Featured in religions: Hinduism, Sikhism, Jainism, Newar Buddhism

Type of holiday: Religious holiday, Religious celebration