Diwali,also called Divali,Deepavali or the "festival of lights will be celebrated tomorrow, 3rd of November 2013 in Mauritius. Diwali is an official holiday in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia, Singapore and Fiji. For Hindus, Diwali is one of the most important festivals of the year and is celebrated in families by performing traditional activities together in their homes.
The name "Diwali" or "Divali" is a contraction of deepavali which translates into "row of lamps". Diwali involves the lighting of small clay lamps filled with oil to signify the triumph of good over evil. Firecrackers are burst because it is believed that it drives away evil spirits. During Diwali, all the celebrants wear new clothes and share sweets and snacks (traditional sweet potato cakes, ladoos, burfi etc.) with family members and friends.
lexpressproperty.com’s team wishes you a Happy Diwali. May this Festival of lights" bring you success and happiness!!!
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Dany Gowsee
