Located off the southern tip of the Malaysian Peninsula is the island nation of Singapore. This Southeast Asian country is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region due its thriving economy, urban development, vast shopping areas, and its many leisure and cultural attractions. The region is also home to people of different cultures and religions, making it a diverse nation.

One of the most colourful and vibrant festivals celebrated in Singapore is the Deepawali. Literally meaning “rows of lights”, Deepawali is a festival celebrated in the Hindu culture, which commemorates Lord Rama’s return along with Sita after defeating the Demon King Ravana. Legend has it that upon the arrival of Lord Rama to the capital city of Rama, its people illuminated the city and lit firecrackers in celebration. Hence today as well, every year during Deepawali, people light up the streets and conduct a grand festival.

The region is home to over 400,000 Indians roughly constituting close to 10% of the country’s entire population. Singapore’s Little India is the city where the majority of the Indians in Singapore reside, and is generally a colourful and lively area. During the festival of Deepawali, which is celebrated during mid-October to December for varying reasons, many areas of the city-state are brightly decorated and illuminated beautifully. Little India’s Deepawali celebrations are considered to be among the brightest and most vibrant throughout the world. The celebrations also include cultural bazaars showcasing traditional Indian items, offerings of traditional sweetmeats and snacks, colourful street parades, and cultural and heritage craft exhibitions. Decorating one’s hand with intricate floral designs with henna is also one of the unique traditions of the Deepawali Celebrations. Almost every house in the area has some form of illuminated decoration which gives the area an energetic and lively atmosphere. Therefore if you want to witness the true culture and festivities associated with Deepawali, visit Singapore, and enjoy the liveliness and action offered by the celebration of lights and colour in Singapore.

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