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Hindu lady decorates her house with a floral Rangoli during diwali in Agra. Apart from holding prayer rituals and lighting fireworks, the Festival of Lights also sees many households decorating their courtyards with the traditional Indian art form called Rangoli. A flower rangoli is suited for any occasion. Diyas along the periphery makes this design relevant for Diwali. Rangoli designs are created with colourful powders and are used to decorate floors outside and inside homes during festive periods. Diwali is one of the most popular times for Rangoli, with many professionals and amateurs alike decorating their floors with vibrant designs. However, while it is certainly a great way to decorate your home, Rangoli is about more than just pretty colours on the floor. This footage is part of
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