Traditional diva lamps are small clay pots filled with ghee or oil, containing a cotton wick.
People light a diva as an act of daily worship.

People homes, shops and public places are decorated for Divali. Lights are the main feature, eg fairy lights and candles, as well as traditional diva.

Colourful patterns called rangoli can be seen on the doorsteps of homes to welcome visitors and good fortune in the shape of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth.

Some will leave the windows and doors of their houses open so that Lakshmi can enter and grant good fortune.