Deepawali is also known as Diwali. There is no doubt that Diwali is the chief and the brightest festival of Hindus. It is considered as a festival of light. Deepawali celebration has been prepared since log. In these days zeal and enthusiasm of the country are at its peak. All day in Diwali season is divided by different cultures and traditions, but the common thing among these days is a celebration of life and enjoyment of goodness.
Historically, the cause of Deepawali festival is related to ancient India. There are various legends related to the origin of this great Hindu festival. The most common story associated with Diwali is related to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. In the Bengal region, the festival of Diwali is devoted to the worship of Goddess Kali.
On this great festival, Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped along with Lord Ganesha. It is believed that on this day the Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi endow their loved ones with wisdom and wealth.
The Deepawali festival is also related to the Jain community. According to Jainism, it is believed that Lord Mahavira has taken nirvana on this day. But the most popular mythology is related to Lord Rama. The day is considered as a comeback day of Lord Rama along with his wife Sita and brother Lakshman to Ayodhya after a long exile of fourteen years. The people of Ayodhya have enlightened all the town of Ayodhya with earthen lamps. So till date the festival of Diwali is celebrated in the same way.
On this day, people decorate their homes with electric lights and earthen lamps. This is a great festival of joy and enthusiasm. Children play with firecrackers and enjoy sweets on this day.
To celebrate the festival you can plan your trip to Jaipur. Here the festival celebrations are better than from other places. Book cheap air tickets to Jaipur now!
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