Diwali Is Also Called As ! Names of Diwali ! 5 Names Of Diwali

Diwali is known as the festival of light, joy and amusement. Though there are numerous customs of Diwali the theme of Diwali is the same.

Diwali is celebrated for five days. In the Hindu lunar calendar these five days fall on Asweyuja Krishna Trayodasi to Kaartik Shukla Dwiteeya.

First Day Of Diwali
Dhanteras: Diwali celebrations start on Dhanteras. This day is also known by the names Dhanatrayodashi and Yamadeepdaan

Second Day Of Diwali
Narakachaturdashi: This day is well known as Narakachaturdashi. The legend of Lord Krishna killing Narakaasura is very popular.

Third Day Of Diwali
Third day is the most important day and this day is called proper Diwali. In sanskrit Diwali is known as Deepavali.

Fourth Day of Diwali
Goverdhan Puja: North India celebrates this day as Goverdahan puja. It is also observed as Annakoot mahotasava.

Fifth Day Of Diwali
The final day of the Diwali celebrations is known in many names. It is widely known as Bhai Dooj or Bhai Ditya. This day is dedicated to the sacred love and bond shared between brothers and sisters.