Celebrating Diwali, The Festival Of Lights

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Diwali, The Indian festival of lights is celebrated by almost a billion people worldwide (Credit: NDTV.com)

Though there are more than 100 Indian festivals observed annually, few are as anticipated or as popular as Diwali. Also known as Deepavali, or the Festival of Lights, the five-day celebration extends across many cultures and beliefs and is commemorated by almost a billion people worldwide. Though Diwali always falls between October and November, the festival's exact date changes in accordance with the Hindu lunar calendar.

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