Where Is Diwali Located?

South India celebrate Diwali as the day that Lord Krishna (depicted above) defeated the demon Narakasura. In northern India, they celebrate the story of King Rama's return to Ayodhya after he defeated Ravana by lighting rows of clay lamps.

Which country is Diwali celebrated in?

There, it is known as 'Hari Diwali' and it is considered a federal public holiday in the country. The festival is celebrated there in a similar way how it is celebrated in India. In Nepal, Diwali is celebrated as 'Tihar'.

Is Diwali Indian or Hindu?

Diwali, also spelled Divali, one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, lasting for five days from the 13th day of the dark half of the lunar month Ashvina to the second day of the light half of the lunar month Karttika.