Happy Diwali

Happy Diwali, originally uploaded by pavana.

This weekend is a BIG festival for Hindus, Sikhs and Jains in India, Nepal and other countries.

Also know as the festival of lights, lights or lamps signify victory of good over the evil within every human being. I think it's a beautiful holiday where we can all open our hearts and minds and let in light and love.

Here's some more info: Diwali in India is celebrated with lots of enthusiasm and happiness. This festival is celebrated for five continuous days, with the third day being celebrated as the main Diwali or as 'Festival of Lights'. Fireworks are always associated with this festival. The day is celebrated with people lighting diyas, candles all around their house. Lakshmi Puja is performed in the evening to seek divine blessings of Goddess of Wealth. Diwali gifts are exchanged among all near and dear ones.