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HAPPY DIWALI - Tihar - The Festival of Light & Colors

Tihar - Diwali - The Festival of Light & Colors The festival is the largest festival of the Hindu religion since decades. This festival is celebrated on the day of Kartik Krishna Pariya Triodashi by the name of Kaag Tihar and is celebrated on the second day of Kartik Shukla party. Celebrated for five days, it is also known as Yamapancha. This five-day festival is especially celebrated in Nepal. The festival of lights, known as Tihar honors Yama, the God of Death, meanwhile the worship of Laxmi, the Goddess of Wealth dominates the festivities. This festival is noted for lighting up of homes with candles, oil-wick lamps and electric lights. Best Features: Deusi & Bhailo (Cultural Program) Display Colorful Flowers & Lights Bhai Tika (Sister's blessing her Brother with 5 colors DOT TIKE & Flowers Mala on foreheads) Colorful Festival: Tihar Festival Day 1 - Kaag (Crow) Puja On the first day Kaag Tihar, is the day of the crow, the informant of Yama is worsh