The Festival of Lights is the most wonderful time of the year. In the Indian culture, Diwali is the holiest month in the Hindu lunar Calendar.

Origin/History

Hindus interpret the Diwali story based on where they live, according to National Geographic. The festival means a ‘row of lights,’ it is celebrated 20 days after Lord Ram killed Ravana and rescued Sita from captivity in Lanka. The celebration marks the return of Lord Ram after 14 years of exile.

The Diwali festival is likely a fusion of harvest festivals in ancient India. The diyas (lamps) are mentioned in Skanda Kishore Purana as symbolizing parts of the sun, describing it as the cosmic giver of light and energy to all life and which seasonally transitions in the Hindu calendar month of Kartik

Photoshoot

Social Media Coordinator, Hiral Patel showed off her Diwali look for Chica Glamour.

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Patel’s look was natural and focused heavily on her earrings that popped out her overall look for the photoshoot. Her nails resembled the holiday as the touch of gold represented ‘light.’ The soft pink colored dress (called: Choli) fit her body perfectly, making her look like a princess.

“I love Diwali…it is not only the Festival of Lights, but also a time to spend time with your loved ones and eat all the great food,” said Patel.

The celebration for Diwali starts on November 14th this year.