The Ancient Origins of Diwali, India’s Biggest Holiday
Wednesday, July 3, 2019 IST
Every year around October and November, Hindus around the world celebrate Diwali, or Deepavali—a festival of lights that stretches back more than 2,500 years. And in India, the five-day celebration marks the biggest holiday of the year.
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