Diwali is a centuries old (India) Hindu tradition and marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year ocurring during the Hindu month of Aippasi (October/November). The fesitval of Diwali lasts 5 days and celebrates the victory of good over evil.
For more information, check out these sites:
Diwali, Lighting The Lamps
Diwali or (Deepvali)
The Story of Diwali
Fairs and Festivals of India:Diwali
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Thank you for linking my 'Story of Diwali'. I have moved the story and added photos to my new site at
http://alaivani.com/Blog/tabid/56/EntryID/215/Default.aspx
Thanks for the insightful blog!!
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