Feasts, fireworks, friends and family Diwali's festival of lights is a millenniaold religious and cultural tradition that celebrates more than just the defeating of evil spirits with an abundance of light, it is also a time where knowledge triumphs over ignorance, and the Indian nation enters a New Year with a new harvest and new fortunes. Diwali is India's No.1 national holiday, a day observed and enjoyed by more than 1.7 billion people globally, and the largest multifaith celebration on earth.This Little Guide to Diwali shines a brilliant and pure light of illumination on this incredible festive celebration with more than 175 easytoremember (and hardtoforget) facts, quotes and trivia about Diwali's deeprooted origins and traditions, serving as an ideal introductory reader to those wishing to learn more, as well as the ultimate gift for those who already observe this happy, holy holiday every year.So, put on your kurtas and saris, light up your diyas, unwrap your mithai and wrap up