Yesterday night Melbourne celebrated Diwali at the Federation Square in the city and we were overjoyed to be a part of it. It was the first time we witnessed people gathering in such huge numbers for any celebration!
The event was organised by the 'Celebrate India' group and began with a fusion dance on the popular folk songs from the different states of India followed by the performance of a pop band 'Stereo Nation'.
The organisers had set up stalls of henna tattos, jewellery and snacks to give the celebration an Indian touch. The place was soo vibrant and filled with excitment that it felt as if we were roaming in a funfair! The event marked its end with everyone's favorite fireworks show for which people had come from all distant suburbs.
The surrounding festivity gave us a feel of being in India and was a good start to get us geared up for Diwali!
