Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is Celebrated Annually in Guyana
Dec 15, 2022 · Diwali, also called Deepavali, is one of the biggest and most auspicious festivals celebrated by Hindus in Guyana and around the world. The five-day long festival starts with Dhanteras and culminates with Bhai Dooj. Diwali marks the start of the Hindu New Year.
Deepavali 2025, 2026 and 2027 - PublicHolidays.gy
Deepavali, also called Diwali (Hindi for “row of lights”), is a four to five day Hindu festival that is celebrated in India and in other lands where Hindus live, including Guyana.
Deepavali in Guyana in 2025 - Office Holidays
Diwali is a five-day festival, starting with Dhanteras, then Hanuman Jayanti and Narak Chaturdashi, followed by Diwali, and then Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj celebrations. Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama, who was the seventh …
Deepavali 2025 in Guyana - timeanddate.com
Diwali is also known as Deepavali, Dipavali, Dewali, Deepawali, or the Festival of Lights. It is celebrated in October or November each year. Diwali celebrations can last for about five days.
‘Deep Jale’, Georgetown kicks off the Diwali season
Oct 27, 2024 · As the Festival of Lights approaches, communities across Guyana prepare to embrace the spirit of Diwali, a celebration that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. This year, the festive season began with a vibrant pre-event, Deep Jale, held last week at the Kitty Roundabout along Vlissengen Road in Georgetown.
Diwali – the Festival of Lights (Redirected) - Guyana, South America
Oct 26, 2016 · Diwali, also called Deepavali, is one of the biggest and most auspicious festivals celebrated by Hindus in Guyana and around the world. The five-day long festival starts with Dhanteras and culminates with Bhai Dooj. Diwali marks the start of the Hindu New Year.
As Guyana celebrates Diwali, Pres. Ali calls for unity, hope and ...
Oct 31, 2024 · Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most anticipated festivals in Guyana. The lighting of diyas (small oil lamps) during Diwali and the illumination of homes reminds us of the enduring power of light to dispel the darkness that surrounds us, be it physical, emotional, or spiritual.
Diwali in Guyana - Tour Guyana
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most vibrant and cherished celebrations in Guyana, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience the country’s rich cultural diversity. Celebrated primarily by the Hindu community, Diwali symbolizes the triumph of …
Diwali: A celebration of togetherness, hope, and memories - DPI Guyana
Nov 13, 2023 · Families across Guyana celebrated Diwali in grand style, lighting diyas, displaying fireworks, creating colorful rangolis, sharing sweetmeats, and just enjoying each other’s company. Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights represents the triumph of knowledge over ignorance, light over darkness, and good over evil.
The Evolution of Diwali: A Cultural Journey Through the Ages | Guyana …
Nov 12, 2023 · Diwali in Guyana has a unique cultural flavor, blending the traditions of India with the Caribbean spirit. The roots of Diwali in Guyana trace back to the arrival of indentured laborers from India in the 19th century.