Diwali is the most important festival in this predominantly
Hindu state and is celebrated with great vigor and gaiety. Diwali is
celebrated in memory of Lord Rama's victory over the demon king Ravana
and his subsequent homecoming to Ayodhya after 14 years in exile. Diwali
is celebrated throughout Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh has a long
history of great culture and education behind it. It was the true cradle
of the Indus valley civilization. Uttar Pradesh is also home to the
great Benaras Hindu University. Two of the greatest Indian rivers flow
through this state, not to mention the mythological Saraswati and Ganga.
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The state wears a vibrant color throughout the Diwali festival, and
almost seems to come alive with enthusiasm. The Kartik purnima festival
celebrated in Varanasi is a true visual delight. Varanasi has long been
hailed as the land of festivals and the fact that it is thronged with
Hindu sages gives the city a surreal atmosphere. Religious ceremonies
take on a lofty importance in this state that reveres its Gods. The full
moon night after Diwali falling in November - December is the sacred
day for all the people. The ghats of Varanasi come alive with thousands
of brightly lit earthen lamps. The lamps then are gently left on the
River. Visitors throng in large numbers to watch this spectacular event.
Ramlila performance depicting these events can be found all over Uttar
Pradesh. Traditionally Brahmin boys who are trained by the liladhari,
the leader of the troupe, play the characters of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana,
Shatrughan and Bharat.
The Ramlilas are zestfully
celebrated with song, dance, and merriment; others with solemnity,
fervor, fast, or feast. These fairs and festivals help the people keep
the culture vibrant and promote artistic activities. Diwali is truly the
most special festival for the people of Uttar Pradesh.
May the beauty
Of deepavali season
Fill your home with
Happiness,
And may the coming year
Provide you with all
That bring you joy!
Deepavali
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