Diwali Festivals Of The World Barbie Doll 2006 Mattel J0946

For five days each year, the people of India celebrate a favorite festival marking the lunar New Year: Diwali, which means "rows of lighted lamps". During this wonderful festival, houses are cleaned and beautifully decorated with colorful designs called rangoli; sweets and gifts are exchanged; and countless lamps called diyas - glow for this joyous "Festival of Lights".

One pretty girl is very excited because today is the fifteenth day of Kartika, which is the first day of Diwali! Many traditions mark the holiday and she looks forward to the agarbattis (incense sticks) and mithaal (sweets). She especially loves the third day of the festival because that evening there are firecrackers, rockets, and sparklers.

Throughout all the celebration, though, the girl remembers that the lamps and candles symbolize hope and knowledge. With this celebration of the New Year, she tries to remove ignorance, anger, and hatred from her life!

Designed by Katiana Jiménez, Diwali Barbie doll captures all the joy and beauty of India's wonderful festival!

Your Dolls of the World's collection continues with beautiful Barbie dolls representing festivals from around the globe! Add to your collection now!

Festival of Lights - Pink Label Barbie Collector - Part of the Dolls of the World Collection - Contents: Barbie doll, fashion, accessories, doll stand, Collector Card, Certificate of Authenticity - For ages 6 and up.

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