Diwali, also known as the "Festival of Lights," is recognized as India's ... from prison and the day the foundation stone of the Golden Temple at Amritsar (Sikhism's holiest place) was laid.

Sikh devotees light oil lamps inside the Golden Temple complex during Diwali celebrations in Amristsar, India. Source: AP / AMAN SHARMA/AP Coinciding with Diwali, Bandi Chhor Diwas is a day when ...

Diwali is a highly significant festival for the Hindus Diwali is described as the festival of lights marking prosperity ... the Islamic ruler and reached the Golden Temple of Amritsar.