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The Maharashtrians are a vibrant, earthly people for whom life itself is a celebration. Small wonder that Diwali festivals in Maharashtra is celebrated with abundant fervor and enthusiasm. This times provide an unique opportunity to observe Maharashtrian culture, with all its colorful customs, rituals and traditions. The songs, music and dances that accompany this festive occasion add joy and excitement to the lives of the people from every walk of life.
The festival of Lights here attracts world-renowned artistes, musicians, dancers, painters, sculptors, weavers, who come together to pay tribute to Maharashtra's rich culture and legacy. People cherish the good times with music, dance and delectable food. This joyous celebration is, on the whole, symbolic of dispelling the darkness of misery and bringing the light of prosperity and happiness into human life
The most beautiful of all Indian festivals, Diwali is a celebration of lights. All over Maharastra especially in Mumbai, streets are illuminated with rows of clay lamps and homes are decorated with rangoli, aakash kandils and decorative lanterns of different shapes & sizes. People rise at dawn, massage their bodies with " utanh " a special type of scented oil and take a holy bath. Diwali is celebrated with new clothes, spectacular firecrackers and a variety of sweets in the company of family and friends.
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