Diwali Diyas: The symbol of celebration
Diwali is a festival of light and Diwali Diyas are the centre of attraction. Diwali is a Hindu festival, where people light the diyas on Diwali. Diyas were mainly made of clay or mud and ghee or oil is used as a fuel. Though these days people use electrical lights and replacing the traditional diyas. The main purpose of these diyas is to celebrate the victory of lord Rama. These are used for offering the prayer to God and floated on leaves over the holy river Ganga.
Diwali diyas are also used for decoration purpose. There are several types of diyas that have been crafted in the market. The earthy diyas were mainly used on Diwali, which reflects its ancient design sense. These diyas are unique in its concept and reflect the art and craft of India. Some of them are crafted in a lamp shape, which is embedded with zari and mirror work. Some imaginative diyas have sharply cut edge, which is filled with bright coloured wax. It is available in different shape and sizes like China leaves and shaped roses, Parvati Ganesha lamps shape etc. All these beautiful style of diyas come in vivid colours like golden, blue, yellow, pink, silver, red etc. Diwali is a festival of joy and a significance of the victory of good over evil.
People purchase diwali gifts, candles and diyas on Diwali. People use to buy lots of gifts, sweets and sparkle their home with the light of diyas. This festival brings the joy and enthusiasm among people. Diwali diyas are found in temples, homes and even in offices. These diyas cannot be compared with the candles.
Now-a-days designer diyas are also available in the market, which has the aesthetic appeal with imaginary crafting. Colourful and stylish diyas attract the attention of buyers. People believe that diyas ward off the negativity or anything which is evil. This is reaso on Diwali to light up the diyas at night. These diyas also resemble the light of knowledge and wisdom. People also gift these diyas to continue the tradition. This is an essential part of a celebration on Diwali. On this occasion people celebrate the gracious nature of three goddness Lakshmi, Kali and Saraswati. This celebration brings the wealth, health, intelligence, long life, fame and fortune in the family. People invariably exchange the sweets and various gifts on Diwali. This festival is highly popular not only in India but also in many countries.
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