Traditions & Customs
This oil lamp is lit to symbolize the triumph of light over darkness.
What is a diya?
Diwali celebrates the return of Lord Rama to this city.
What is Ayodhya?
This sweet made of chickpea flour, ghee, and sugar is a Diwali favorite.
What is ladoo?
Diwali is also called the Festival of ____.
What are lights?
Intricate floor patterns made with colored powders or flowers.
What are rangolis?
Rama’s victory was against this demon king.
Who is Ravana?
This crispy, diamond-shaped sweet made of flour and sugar syrup is popular during Diwali.
What is shakarpara?
Outside India, this neighboring country also celebrates Diwali nationwide.
What is Nepal?
This goddess of wealth and prosperity is worshipped during Diwali.
Who is Lakshmi?
In South India, Diwali celebrates Krishna’s victory over this demon.
Who is Narakasura?
This savory snack mix of fried lentils, peanuts, and spices is common during Diwali.
What is chiwda or namkeen?
Since 2003, this U.S. landmark has hosted Diwali celebrations.
What is the White House?
Families clean and decorate their homes before Diwali for this reason.
What is to welcome Goddess Lakshmi and good fortune?
Diwali in Jainism commemorates the nirvana of this teacher.
Who is Lord Mahavira?
Diwali feasts often end with this syrup-soaked spiral sweet.
What is jalebi?
In 2016, this famous New York skyscraper lit up orange for Diwali.
What is the Empire State Building?
In some states, Diwali marks the harvest festival and the end of this season.
What is the monsoon season?
Sikhs celebrate Diwali as the release of Guru Hargobind from this fort.
What is Gwalior Fort?
In Gujarat, this special Diwali dish is made with mixed vegetables and spices.
What is undhiyu?
In Singapore, the Diwali celebration district is known as ____.
What is Little India?