Diwali "Festival of Lights" 13th November 2012
Diwali is perhaps the most well-known of the Hindu festivals.
The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'. Diwali is known as the 'festival of lights' because houses, shops and public places are decorated with small earthenware oil lamps called diyas.
Celebrating Diwali
For many Indians this five day festival honours Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth.
People start the new business year at Diwali, and some Hindus will say prayers to the goddess for a successful year.
Lamps are lit to help Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, find her way into people's homes.
They also celebrate one of the Diwali legends, which tells of the return of Rama and Sita to Rama's kingdom after fourteen years of exile.
Gifts for Diwali
During the Diwali festival gifts of sweets and dired fruit are often exchanged aswell as other thoughtfull trinkets.
What better way to send your special Diwali message then in the arms of a thoughtful Teddy messenger and why not add one of our many accessories to make your gift more personal.
We have loads of pre-made packages here or why not Create your own Teddy Delivery gift? It's fun!
To find out more about Diwali, Wikipedia is a great source, as is BBC
