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The festival of lights also awakens the artist within us.

For most of us, Rangoli is an important part of Diwali decor.

The colourful and creative patterns that adorn the entrance to our homes bring in special joy.

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Meanwhile, take a look at some interesting images of Rangolis from across the country.

Diwali is associated with multiple rituals signifying peace, prosperity and well being.

In the photograph above a Hindu priest is seen giving finishing touches to a Rangoli, or mural made out of coloured powders, at a temple ahead of Diwali festival celebrations in Ahmedabad, India.

The sign reads: Shubh Deepawali (Happy Diwali).

Photograph: Amit Dave/Reuters

Traditionally, a Rangoli is made by joining multiple dots to make a large beautiful pattern.

However, over the years, artists have perfected the art by making free hand patterns and even interspersing it with social messages.

Photograph: Manisha Kotian/Rediff.com

After making the Rangoli, earthen lamps are lit around the pattern.

Photograph: Rupak De Chowdhuri/Reuters

Diwali spells holidays across most schools in the country.

Here, a schoolgirl is seen making a Rangoli ahead of the festival at a school in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad.

Photograph: Amit Dave/Reuters

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