Celebrate Diwali the festival of light at a Home in Delhi

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Experience Diwali as a local in Delhi. Join in cooking, decorating, and learn to make Indian snacks. Attend a Diwali prayer at a nearby temple, enjoy high tea with Indian snacks, and a lavish dinner.

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Highlights

  • Experience the magic of Diwali like a local, with decoration, prayers, & snacks.
  • Embrace Diwali's warmth and tradition with a local home visit and fireworks.
  • Immerse yourself in the festival of lights with hands-on experiences.
  • Make unforgettable memories - from lighting lamps to learning local recipes.
  • Discover Diwali's secrets over delicious homemade dishes.

Description

Diwali is one of the most celebrated and widely observed festivals in India and among Indian communities worldwide. It is a vibrant and joyous festival that signifies the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. During Diwali, people decorate their homes with oil lamps, candles, and colorful rangoli designs to symbolize the victory of light and knowledge. Families come together to exchange gifts, share festive meals, and offer prayers to deities, particularly Goddess Lakshmi, the symbol of wealth and prosperity. One of the most iconic elements of Diwali is the bursting of fireworks and firecrackers, which light up the night sky in a dazzling display of colors and sounds. Diwali also involves the sharing of sweets and snacks, as well as the giving of gifts to friends and loved ones. Diwali is a time of togetherness, reflection, and celebration, characterized by a spirit of unity and the spread of happiness and positivity. It's a truly enchanting festival that offers a wonderful glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of India. It is a special activity designed for Diwali – the festival of lights. You may already have some knowledge of this beautiful festival, but experiencing it like a local can be incredibly exciting. Once you make the booking, you will be contacted by your host, who will explain the location and how to reach their home, where you will be warmly welcomed into a partially decorated house. Upon your arrival, you will be served light snacks along with masala tea or your choice of soda beverages. You will then have the chance to assist the host with decorations and subsequently visit a local temple to witness the prayer rituals. Upon returning, you will participate in lighting traditional lamps and candles. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to prepare an Indian snack and enjoy a delightful high tea featuring a variety of special snacks and sweets. As the evening progresses, you can enjoy some fireworks. Later on, you will have the chance to learn how to prepare 1-2 dishes in a local kitchen. You can assist in setting the table for your dinner, which you will then enjoy. Finally, you will depart between 10 PM and 11 PM.

Includes

Evening Tea with around ten traditional snacks and sweets. A three-course elaborated dinner. Experience decorating the house on Diwali. A visit in their Colony to see how kids are celebrating the festival. Learning of 1 or 2 Indian Dishes.

Important Information

  • You will climb three flights of stairs to reach the home.

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