Diwali, the festival of lights, which marks the victory of light over darkness is one of the most clebrated festivals in India. People from all over India celebrate diwali in their own ways. In some places people light up cities with diyas while in some places people celebrate with fireworks even in some places childrens make diwali ghar using soil and bricks and in some places female use to make rangolis. If you are planning to witness different culture of Diwali celebrations, here are the top places you should visit in India during diwali.
1. Ayodhya – The Birthplace of Diwali
Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama, holds special significance during Diwali as it is believed that Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile on this day. In Ayodhya, people celebrate grand Deepotsav where thousands of diyas are lighnten along the Saryu river. Even many cultural programmes and laser show are also done. People from all over the world visit Ayodhya during Diwali to witness this grand festival.
2. Kolkata – Kali Puja and Diwali
In Kolkata, Diwali is celebrated along with Kali Puja, which make this festival grand. Whole Kolkata city is decorated with beautiful pandals in unique way, people visits this pandal whole night. The streets are keep shining whole night with fireworks and lights. The combination of Kali Puja and Diwali shows Bengali culture and tradition which you should must experience once in your life.
3. Vrindavan – Govardhan Puja Celebration
Vrindavan is also a must visit places during Diwali to witness the sacred Govardhan Puja. Here you can see the unique rituals where cows are worshipped during Govardhan Puja, a day after Diwali. Along with this, you can also see all the temples are decorated with lights, flowers and the some bhajans are also taking place which makes charming atmosphere.
4. Mumbai – Diwali by the Sea
Mumbai celebrates Diwali in a very modern way. People from all over the world visit Mumbai to celebrate Diwali in Marine Drive of Mumbai. Marine Drive was decorated with full of lights and people continously using fireworks. Celebration of Diwali near sea is really awesome. Along with it some temples in the city like Siddhivinayak and Mahalaxmi temples are beautifully decorated. You should must visit Mumbai during Diwali to celebrate Diwali in a modern way.
5. Amritsar – Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas
Diwali is celebrated in Amritsar in it’s own unique manner along with Bandi Chor Divas. The Golden Temple is illuminated with thousands of lights, which looks magical as it’s reflection shines on water. Thousand of peoples from all over World visit Amritsar to witness Diwali and Bandi Chor Divas.
6. Udaipur – City of Lakes Lit Up
Udaipur is also one of the best location to visit during Diwali. Udaipur’s lakes and palaces offer a stunning Diwali experience. The reflection of the illuminated City Palace on Lake Pichola is a sight to behold. Udaipur celebrate it in traditional manner along with using fireworks, and royal grandeur make it a fantastic destination for Diwali celebrations.
7. Madurai – Temple Town’s Celebration
Diwali celebration in Madurai is also unique. The Meenakshi Temple is the focal point of the festivities, and the rituals are performed with great respect. The streets are shining with colorful lights, and the celebrations include fireworks and traditional sweets, offering a culturally rich Diwali experience. Here People celbrate Diwali with great joy and devotion.
