Diwali Melas

To add to the festival of Diwali, fairs called Melas are held throughout India. Melas are to be found in many towns and villages. A mela generally becomes a market day in the countryside when farmers buy and sell produce. Girls and women dress attractively during the festival. They wear colourful clothing; new jewelry and their hands are decorated with henna designs.

There are plenty of activities that take place at a Mela. These activities include performances from jugglers, acrobats, snake charmers and fortune tellers. Food stalls are set up, selling sweet and spicy foods. A variety of rides are present during the fair, which include Ferris wheels and rides on animals such as elephants, horses and camels. Another attraction is the puppet shows that are shown throughout the day.