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Discover the art of Rangoli, vibrant Hindu designs drawn on floors to welcome guests. Learn how geometric shapes, colors, and materials like chalk, flowers, and powders are used to create these intricate patterns. Explore why Rangoli is made during Diwali to welcome Goddess Lakshmi and celebrate traditions. See how Rangoli reflects Indian culture through religious significance and centuries-old traditions, especially during the Hindu Festival of Lights. Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Diwali by creating your own Rangoli with bright colors and traditional patterns.
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Colorful, Hindu designs that are drawn on the floor near an entrance to welcome guests. What is Rangoli?
Hindus use geometric shapes like: Circles Squares Stars Sometimes flowers, gods, and goddesses are used They are made from: Paint Chalk Colored powders Flower petals Rice Sand How are Rangoli Made?
During the Hindu Festival of Diwali, people draw them on their doorsteps to welcome Lakshmi, the goddess of weatlh. Why are Rangoli Designs Made?
How does Rangoli reflect the culture of the people of India? • It is used to celebrate Indian religious traditions • People have created rangoli for thousands of years.
The Hindu Festival of Lights Marks the start of the Hindu New Year Happens in October or November Diwali
It is a five day festival to spend with your family. Children don’t have to go to school! Each Diwali day has a certain name and is celebrated in a special way. Diwali Movie Clip Diwali
Using graph paper, create a shape. Then, fill in your shape with a repeating pattern Your Rangoli
Fill in your design with bright colors Your Rangoli
Following Hindu tradition, we will use chalk and draw them outside. Outside Rangoli