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Rangoli

Diwali is also referred to as the festival of lights. It is one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals which celebrated with much gusto and fervor throughout India. The glorious festival mainly symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, brightness over darkness, positivity over negativity. Rangoli has its own importance on the special day of Diwali and it made artistically with much enjoyment in Indian homes. We Indian love colors and it’s perfectly reflected in several ways. Rangoli is one such example that is a unique and beautiful artwork which is practiced by millions of people all across the country. Rangoli is wonderful art that is done on floors to adorn houses. People make use of bright color powders, flowers, rice and much more things to create an amazing Rangoli designs for decorating their homes on the special eve of Diwali.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: Kolkata, India
Camera: NIKON D750
Copyright: © Debashis Mukherjee