Divali: the festival of lights | Discover Trinidad & Tobago
Nov 5, 2018 · In the days leading up to Divali (a public holiday) — celebrated during the month of Karthik on the Hindu calendar — Trinidadians of all ethnicities and religions visit the Divali Nagar site in Chaguanas, and hundreds take part in the ritual lighting of deyas at dusk on the day itself.
Divali: Destination Trinidad and Tobago | Tours, Holidays, …
Huge Divali Celebrations take place in many of the East Indian and other communities: This spectacular Hindu festival during which clay oil lamps are lit to symbolize the lifting of spiritual darkness and is a celebration of good over evil and light over darkness, is a favourite among locals that transcends religion, heritage and ethnicity.
The Mystery Behind Diwali In Trinidad: Festival Of Lights
Oct 22, 2021 · In Trinidad, Diwali is a time for families to come together, catch up and celebrate. Introduced to Trinidad and Tobago by East Indian indentured servants and laborers in the mid 1800s, Diwali is now a national holiday with celebrations held all over the island.
Celebrating Divali in Trinidad and Tobago: A Festival of Light, …
Oct 31, 2024 · Divali, also known as Diwali or Deepavali is one of the most significant festivals celebrated in Trinidad and Tobago, amongst the Hindu community. This festival of lights symbolises the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
Diwali in Trinidad and Tobago
Diwali, otherwise known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most anticipated events in Trinidad. Although it is a Hindu festival, in the island's multicultural and multi-religious society it is a national holiday observed by people of all denominations.
Divali – NALIS – National Library and Information System Authority
The aim of Divali celebrations is to get man moving on the spiritual path and ultimately attain illumination by becoming one with God. As they light the lamps in their houses, those celebrating Divali are reminded to light the lamps of wisdom, goodness and God-consciousness in …
Two aspects of celebrating Divali in Trinidad and Tobago By: …
Nov 12, 2023 · While Divali is a five-day festival, only two of these days are celebrated with a grand affair in Trinidad: the third day which is the public holiday and known as Divali and the fourth day which is called Goverdhana Puja.
NCIC Trinidad & Tobago – National Council of Indian Culture
The NCIC is the proud host of the annual Divali Nagar, held on the leadup to Divali every year. The Divali Nagar held in Trinidad by the NCIC is the largest celebration of Divali outside of India.
Divali Nagar: The City of Lights. - National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago
Nov 9, 2020 · The Divali Nagar is a celebration of Divali, the Hindu festival of lights. The term ‘Nagar’ means city. It takes place every year, nine nights prior to Divali, ending on the night before Divali. It is the largest Divali celebration outside of India in one space.
The five-day celebration of Divali - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
Nov 8, 2023 · While Divali may appear to many as a one-day celebration, in reality, it extends over five days, each with its distinct significance and rituals. The Divali festivities start with Dhanteras, followed by Kali Chaudhas, Divali, the Hindu New Year (when Goverdhan puja is performed), and Bhaiya Dooj.