Diwali 2024 is fast approaching! On October 31 - in fact, a few days before and even a few days after - the Indian and Hindu world will celebrate this festival of enlightenment, which embodies the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
Preparations begin weeks in advance, with families decorating their homes with lamps, diyas, and floor rangoli to invite deities such as Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, and Ganesh, the elephant-headed god, into the home.
Between the exchange of gifts between friends and family, festive meals based on traditional recipes, fireworks and visits to temples to honor the deities, Diwali 2024 is also the festival that celebrates and strengthens family and friendship ties. Today, Diwali has spread beyond India's borders and is celebrated all over the world, particularly among communities from the Indian diaspora.
In Paris too, the Diwali 2024 celebrations are shaping up to be grandiose, so why not take the opportunity to rediscover the capital's Indian heritage, places and districts, savor specialties in dedicated restaurants and learn a little more about the tradition and history of Diwali? Follow the guide!
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Indian heritage, places and districts in Paris
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