The festival of lights, Diwali, brings with it a 5-day celebration of all things joyous and colorful. Hindus around the world rejoice in the victory of good over evil and welcome the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 long years of exile. This year, the Diwali festivities will begin with Dhanteras on November 13, followed by the Diwali celebrations on November 14.
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In the days leading up to Diwali, people take time to clean their homes and workplaces and subsequently decorate them with vibrant string lights, diyas, and rangolis. Decorating the home has become a ritual in its own right over the years, where the most creative and artistic members of the family are given the responsibility of performing the rangoli at the entrance of the home.
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The twinkling series of string lights that hang from each house, floating candles, ‘kandeels’ and bright orange and yellow marigold strings that are essential to the Diwali celebration, are paired with the central rangoli. Whether based on powder colors, flowers, colored rice or even paints; rangoli adds an element of style to each and every home.
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With Diwali almost upon us, it’s best not to leave your design choice to the last minute. Here are some creative and intricate rangoli ideas that can help you decide. Whether you make them indoors or outdoors, these ideas are sure to amaze all those who visit your home on this auspicious occasion.
Have a happy, safe and green Diwali!
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