In pictures: Andhra celebrates Diwali
Diwali is one of the seven most important festivals celebrated in Andhra Pradesh. Photo shows a woman lighting diyas at her silver business shop during Diwali in Hyderabad .- Customs include buying new clothes for this festival. Buying new items, such as home or vehicles, is considered auspicious. Special sweets too are made for this festival. Some eateries in Hyderabad make some delicious sweets during Diwali which
- Traditionally Diwali marks the closing of accounts for businesses dependent on the agrarian cycle. Goddess Lakshmi who symbolises wealth and prosperity, is worshiped during this time and people seek her blessings for the year ahead. Photo shows a
- Illuminated shops on Diwali in Andhra Pradesh.
- Homes in the state are cleaned or painted on this very auspicious day. Homes are lit up with diyas and colourful Diwali Rangolis are created to adorn the doorways.
- In Andhra Pradesh, Diwali is celebrated for two days. The first day is known as Naraka Chaturthasi, Deepavali Amaavasya. The festivities start from the crack of dawn and carry on well into the night.
- Diwali marks the home coming of the Hindu god, Lord Rama to Ayodhya after completing 14 years of self-exile and killing Ravana. It symbolises the victory of good over evil. Photo shows revellers light fireworks during Diwali in Hyderabad.
Diwali is one of the seven most important festivals celebrated in Andhra Pradesh. Photo shows a woman lighting diyas at her silver business shop during Diwali in Hyderabad .
In pictures: Andhra celebrates Diwali
Next Story