Celebrate ‘Diwali’ at the Taj Samudra

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The Taj Samudra celebrates Diwali at the South lawns this Friday 14 October. Experience a spectacular display of fireworks while you dance to the latest Bollywood tracks spun by its DJ and indulge in a lavish festive dinner of authentic Indian extravagance.

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, celebrates the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. The festival itself extends over five jubilant and celebrative days.

It is marked by lines of lamps, fireworks and the exchange of sweets and gifts that all lend to the grandeur of this occasion. Diwali festival is one of the most auspicious and grand occasions which is celebrated with great zeal and warmth among all races and religions.

In India, Diwali represents a time when streetscapes are adorned with small, decorated earthenware oil lamps called diyas. Mythology has it that the lamps are lit to help the goddess of wealth and prosperity Lakshmi find her way into people’s homes. Every home – lowly or mighty – the hut of the poor or the mansion of the rich – shines with the glow of twinkling diyas or candles to welcome Lakshmi.

Regardless of the mythological explanation, what the festival of lights stands for a reaffirmation of hope and a renewed commitment to friendship, goodwill and prosperity for all – in its true essence it is a celebration of the joys of life.

Tickets are priced at Rs. 3,000 nett for adults and Rs. 1,500 nett for children (between the ages of 5-12). For reservations call 5446622.