Diwali Crossword Puzzle
A themed crossword with 40 clues to draw from. Find words for Diwali traditions, lights, decorations, stories, and festive foods.
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About the Diwali Crossword Puzzle
This puzzle covers Diwali, also called Deepavali, and the customs and stories associated with the Festival of Lights. Look for lamps, rangoli, fireworks, Lakshmi, and treats such as ladoo and jalebi. It is suited to children and adults learning about the holiday, or anyone who enjoys puzzles about festivals and cultural traditions.
This crossword draws on 40 clues about Diwali. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.
Sample clues
- •Devotional ritual with a circling flame (5 letters)
- •Wish for divine favor or good fortune (8 letters)
- •Ornaments used to adorn a home (11 letters)
- •Explosive displays that brighten the sky (9 letters)
- •Syrup-soaked spiral-shaped Indian dessert (6 letters)
- •Diwali night worship of the wealth goddess (11 letters)
- •Fresh garments worn for festive visits (10 letters)
- •Heroine of the Ramayana, rescued from Lanka (4 letters)
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