Diwali is one of the most important celebrations in Malaysia, following the national festivals. During Deepavali, restaurants and shops are open as usual, but Indian-owned businesses and offices are closed. To see how local Hindus celebrate Deepavali, one can visit Little India in Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, or Georgetown, Penang. People begin shopping for spices, religious items or decorations, and traditional clothing such as saris, Punjabi suits, and colourful bangles a week before the festival. (Image Source: Getty)