Deepavali is a day celebrated by Hindus around the world to mark the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. People light oil lamps as a simple yet powerful way to express the festival’s symbolism of pursuing a bright and beautiful life.
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During this time, thousands of Hindu families in Singapore light warm yellow oil lamps at home, offer prayers, exchange gifts, and share sweets and snacks.
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Want to be part of the grand celebration? Head to Singapore’s Little India and witness streets transformed into a dreamlike wonderland adorned with colorful arches and dazzling light decorations. Stroll through the Indian festive market, where dazzling gold and gemstones, exquisitely embroidered saris, and flickering oil lamps dazzle the eye. Marigolds, roses, and jasmine are woven into fragrant garlands, mingling with sweet perfumes, Indian spices, and Ayurvedic massage oils to create an intoxicating aroma.
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Visitors can also attend an open-air concert, get a intricate henna tattoo on their arms, savor delicious curries and freshly baked Indian flatbreads at nearby restaurants, or simply relax in a café with a cup of rich Indian chai, leisurely soaking in the beauty and vibrancy of Singapore’s most radiant and lively festival.
Event details:
Dates: October 18 (Wednesday) to October 19 (Thursday), 2017
Location: Little India, Singapore
For more information, please visit http://www.visitsingapore.com/festivals-events-singapore/cultural-
festivals/deepavali.html
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