Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, takes place on Nov. 12, 2023. Here's what to know about India's biggest holiday of the year ...

Diwali, the festival of light celebrated by millions around the world, ... The foundations for the Golden Temple at Amritsar, the most holy place in Sikhism, were also laid on Diwali in 1577.

The festival brings the South Asian community together to celebrate the festival of light with the wider population. | ITV ...

Diwali 2024 travel special: Experience the magic of Diwali across India, from Ayodhya's grand scale celebrations to Amritsar's spiritual energy.

The Golden Mile was lit up by 6,000 lights last night. Around 40,000 people gathered to mark the 40th anniversary of the event. The switch on was followed by a fireworks display.

Light up those lamps and bring out the sparkle, it's time for Diwali. On Thursday, millions of Hindus and South Asians across the world will celebrate the Festival of Lights with parties, dinners ...

Diwali is the five-day Festival of Lights, ... In fact, the foundation stone of the Golden Temple at Amritsar, the most holy place in the Sikh world, was laid on Diwali in 1577.

The celebrations in Amritsar during Diwali are absolutely no match. The Golden Temple is illuminated with golden lights that reflect in the water, thus creating a different atmosphere altogether.

Diwali occurs in the fall, typically between October and November. The Festival of Lights lasts five days with the main observation occurring on the third day. In 2024, the observation is Oct. 31.

Diwali, the festival of lights, is a religious observance commemorated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and some Buddhists around the world. Every autumn, the observance sees millions of people attend ...

The entire Golden Temple was beautifully decorated with lights and garlands, to mark the occasion of Diwali. The festival of lights marks Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya after a 14-year exile.