One group celebrates this holiday by waking up before sunrise and taking a bath in oil. The last day of this holiday is dedicated to sisters, who place vermilion masks on their brothers' foreheads. Occurring on the dawn of Ammavaasa in the month of Kartik, this holiday comme
One group celebrates this holiday by waking up before sunrise and taking a bath in oil. The last day of this holiday is dedicated to sisters, who place vermilion masks on their brothers' foreheads. Occurring on the dawn of Ammavaasa in the month of Kartik, this holiday commemorates the legend of King Bali, and its celebrants light diyas and exchange sweets to commemorate the birth of Lakshmi. Celebrating the victory of Rama over Ravana, this five-day festival features brilliantly colored fireworks and candles. For 10 points, name this Hindu holiday, known as the "festival of lights."
One group celebrates this holiday by waking up before sunrise and taking a bath in oil.
{Diwali} [accept {Deepvali}]