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Why We Celebrate Diwali?

According to Ramayana, we celebrate Diwali to commemorate the return of Lord Rama with his wife Sita and brother Laxman to their homeland Ayodhya. In another story, we celebrate Diwali to remember the return of Pandavas to their homeland after a long exile. According to another legend, Diwali is celebrated to remember the wedding anniversary of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. Again according to a different story, Diwali celebrates the victory of Lord Vishnu over the asura King Mahabali.

Why We Give Diwali Gifts?

In India, Diwali season begins with a gift giving mode. It is a festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil and is typically celebrated with firecrackers, new clothes, lots of sweets, visiting family, and yes, gifts. The basic idea behind the tradition of exchanging Diwali Gifts is to accelerate the feeling of love, bonding, affection and appreciation. It is a way to convey our respect, good wishes, blessings, love and appreciation for our dear ones through gifts. The best gift should imbue affection for the giver.

Why We Give Sweets in Diwali

Even few years ago sweets were the only option in delicacy gifting; overt media exposure and smart marketing techniques have positioned chocolates and dry fruits as well as an alternative. Diwali also means the beginning of a new year. In joyous moments, we Indian love to treat each other with sweets, because there is nothing better than a gift that appeases the taste buds and appetites. Practically, Indian festival without sweets is extremely rare. Here we have listed few selected options on this great gift idea which you can order online at the convenience of your home.

Haldiram's Chatpati Baatein Pack, Haldiram Rosgulla with Free Coin for Diwali, Ghasitaram Diwali Gifts.

If because of certain reasons, you simply cannot be with your family members and close ones on this joyful season you could always be part of the festivity by delivering presents to them online. Rediff shop online is a great option for a long distance gift. The site is easy to use, and it is superbly stocked at the most competitive price.