Deepavali Light and Shine at Bishan

Our celebration of Deepavali Day is extra special this year as we learnt about and experienced a traditional Deepavali light-up as celebrated by a member of the Punjabi community here in Singapore.

Auntie El’s mother-in-law invited us to her humble abode to see how she celebrates this special day. She talked about the symbolic significance of the light-up and also touched on the various rituals practiced by Indians of different faiths. She also prepared some tasty Indian food.

The kids experienced the preparation of the flat bread. And before the light-up, at Auntie El’s place, the kids had fun having henna painting done, making their own rangoli designs and dressing up in Indian wear.

After the home light-up, the kids walked with their candles through the adjacent gardens while singing to the tune of a shiny sing-along song.

~ Collecting candles for placing on the corridor areas ~

~ Waiting for Auntie El’s mother-in-law to pass out the flour ~

~ Princess experiencing the making of the flat bread ~

~ Tasting the flat bread that was prepared by the kids earlier ~

~ Princess’ rangoli design; our mini light-up in our pets corner ~

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Thank you, Auntie El for this unique experience, and for the kind invitation.