Diwali is known as the ‘festival of lights’ because houses, shops and public places are decorated with small oil lamps called ‘diyas’. Diwali always falls some time between October and November, but the exact date varies each year as the Hindu calendar is based on the Moon.

This five day festival honours Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. Lamps are lit and windows and doors are left open to help Lakshmi find her way into people’s homes. Wishing those who are celebrating a blessed, healthy and prosperous Diwali!