Deepawali, also called Deepotsav, which in Sanskrit means ‘a row of lights’ is the celebration of the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The five-day celebration is observed every year in early autumn after the conclusion of the summer harvest. It coincides with the new moon Amavasya and is deemed the darkest night of the Hindu lunisolar calendar. The festivities begin two days before Amavasya on Dhanteras, and extend two days after, until the second (or 17th) day of the month of Kartik. The festival climax is on the third day and is called the main Diwali.
It is believed that on this day God Ram along with his wife Sita and brother Laxman returned to his native place Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. The citizens of Ayodhya welcomed them by lighting the lamps hence known as the festival of lights – Deepotsav.
Activities:
Many cultural performances such as Chang Dup, Kachighodi, Bhajan, etc. are included in the festivity.
Organized By:
Tourism Department and District Administration
Anu Sharna
Assistant Director, Tourist Reception Center, Sikar
9783829100
www.tourism.rajasthan.gov.in
How to reach:
The nearest airport is Jaipur, which is 120 km away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Sikar, which is 2 km away.
The nearest major city is Sikar, which is 2 kms away.
Event Details:
Venue Address: Gopinath Mandir, Madhav sagar talab, Murli Manohar mandir, Bharonji mandir
Date & Time: 9 Nov 2023 - 12 Nov 2023
5:55 AM - 11:59 PM
Ticket Information: Free
