Divali: The Light That Brings Hearts Together
Divali in Mauritius
In Mauritius, when the Divali season arrives, between late October and mid-November, the island lights up with a special warmth. In the streets, flames dance, sweets circulate, and laughter resonates. By staying in one of our Mauritius holiday rentals, MJ Holidays invites guests to experience this deeply spiritual and joyful festival up close. A rare opportunity to feel, closely, the warmth of a living tradition and the genuine hospitality of those celebrating it!
Divali in Mauritius: A Festival That Illuminates the Island
On the evening of Divali, the island shines. In front of each house, small oil lamps create paths of light, firecrackers pop in the warm air, and the sweet smell of cakes gently drifts.
Divali transforms the streets of Triolet, Tamarin, Goodlands, Grand Gaube, and Quatre-Bornes into scenes of sharing, prayer, and joy!
During this festival:
- People wear new clothes
- Entrances are decorated with colorful rangolis
- Sweets like laddus or barfis are enjoyed (but the favorite is the famous “gato patate,” a must-have for Divali)
In the temples, chants rise with the rhythm of pujas to Lakshmi, the goddess of abundance.
Divali is a festival of light, but also of the heart.
In families, people often say that evening: “Lalimier Divali bizin al dan tou lakaz” — a way of saying that this festival excludes no one; it invites and unites everyone.
A Story of Light and Legends
Every Divali flame tells a story.
- The flame of Rama commemorates the hero of the Ramayana, returning from exile after defeating the demon Ravana. The people of Ayodhya lit lamps to welcome him.
- In the south, Krishna is celebrated as the liberator of women imprisoned by the demon Narakasura.
- Everywhere, Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, is honored in clean, welcoming homes, guided by floor designs and flower petals.
This festival, at the crossroads of stories and regions, also honors Ganesh, the elephant-headed god, because every new beginning starts with him.
Divali is not just one story: it is a thread of light woven through beliefs, actions, and generations !
Experiencing Divali Differently with MJ Holidays
In Mauritius, Divali is not meant to be observed from afar. It is lived through neighbors sharing a cake, children drawing kolams at the doorstep, and lamps being lit one by one with care. Staying in one of our resorts, you will be at the heart of these vibrant celebrations.
At Marguery Villas, Mythic Suites & Villas, or Eko Savannah, our team gently guides you if you wish to experience this festival differently.
A visit to a small neighborhood temple, tasting typical sweets, or a rangoli-making session… our concierges provide advice!
Divali, in one of our Mauritius MJ Holidays villas, offers a moment of suspended simplicity and sincerity — a memory that lights up far beyond the festival itself.
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Any questions ?
Most frequently asked questions:
Divali is celebrated every year between late October and mid-November, on the new moon of the Hindu month of Kartik. The exact date varies according to the lunar calendar, but the atmosphere remains the same: warm, bright, and deeply symbolic.
Divali marks the victory of light over darkness, of good over evil, and of knowledge over ignorance. It is also a festival of prosperity, renewal, and family. The gods Rama, Krishna, Ganesh, and especially the goddess Lakshmi are celebrated.
In Mauritius, the festival is widely observed by the Hindu community. Homes are cleaned, decorated with rangolis, and illuminated with small oil lamps and colorful string lights. Temples welcome worshippers for pujas, and sweets are shared with family and neighbors. It is a time of celebration, exchange, and solidarity.
Our local team knows the traditions and the best spots. If you wish, they can organize a temple visit, a family encounter, or a tasting of traditional sweets at your villa. It’s a gentle immersion into the Mauritian soul, at your own pace.
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