Dipawali – The festival of Lights

History & Origin of Diwali
The history of Diwali is related to the Hindu Purana(s). Hindus believes that whenever the power of evil increases in the world, Vishnu comes down to earth in a different form to defeat evil. These forms are called Avataras. Krishna and Rama are the popular Avataras of Vishnu. Goddesses accompany gods. Diwali celebrations are especially a time for telling stories about Vishnu and his wife Lakshmi, and about Krishna, Rama and his wife Sita.

The Story of Rama and Sita
Lord Rama was the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He was a great warrior King who was exiled by his father Dashratha, the King of Ayodhya, along with his wife Sita. Lord Rama returned to his Kingdom Ayodhya after 14 years of exile, in which he put an end to the demon Ravana. After this victory of Good over Evil, Rama returned to Ayodhya. The people welcomed them by lighting rows of clay lamps. Great celebrations were held and everyone was happy for Rama to be the King of Ayodhya. So, it is an occasion in honour of Rama's victory over Ravana.

Programme: The guests will be received at the Mahal with the traditional tikka, garland and showering of flowers petals to the sound of the beating drums.

In the evening we will gather at the courtyard and offer the guest a Safa/Lugadi to set the mood for the evening. A traditional “Tera Taal” (The thirteen Octaves) dance will follow. The guests will proceed to Gokul Vilas (Royal family residence) through the decorated market by walk in a royal procession. The family will meet the guests at this time with cocktail which will be followed by fire works. The guests will return by vintage vehicles followed by the special dinner starting with complimentary wine glass which will be served on terrace along with a wide variety of menu which is carefully selected by the Rani Sahib. This will be followed by a tribal dance by the Local Bhil Tribe.

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