Road trip tip: While the Southwest offers the most famous scenery, don't neglect the start of the route in Illinois. Jensen recommends the town of Pontiac, home to two great stops, the Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum and the Pontiac Oakland Auto Museum, a memorable tribute to the car brands. pontiac.org.
Tihar â The Festival of Lights. There is something about the celebrations of Tihar in Nepal which make it truly special. Also known as the â Festival of Lights â, all houses in the cities and villages are decorated with dozens of lit oil lamps which gives them a glittering appearance at night.ihar â The Festival of Lights. There is something about the celebrations of Tihar in Nepal which make it truly special. Also known as the â Festival of Lights â, all houses in the cities and villages are decorated with dozens of lit oil lamps which gives them a glittering appearance at night.
To celebrate, houses are decorated with candles and colourful lights and huge firework displays are held while families feast and share gifts. What is Diwali? Diwali is the five-day festival of lights, celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world. The festival, which coincides with the Hindu New Year, celebrates new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. The actual day of Diwali is traditionally celebrated on the festival's third day, which this year falls on Thursday, October 23.