Diwali is the queen of all festivals. It unites the people of our country as people from all religions of India celebrate it with equal enthusiasm. Being one of the most ancient festivals of our country, diwali holds a strong traditional and emotional value for every Indian. There are several traditions related to diwali which are practiced every year on this auspicious festival. Wearing new clothes, cleaning house and offices, praying to lord Ganesha and goddess Lakshmi ji, lighting diyas and candles followed by exchanging gifts with loved ones are common diwali rituals. But the most difficult task out of all the rituals I just mentioned is the gift part as we often get confused about deciding the perfect diwali gifts for our dear and near ones.

This festival comes every year but you can't keep giving same gifts to everyone on every diwali. If you really want your recipients to accept your gifts happily, then the gifts you are going to pick should be different, useful and unique every year. People usually buy sweets, dry fruits and chocolates as diwali gifts, but you can be a little more creative with diwali gift ideas by considering the likes and dislikes of the recipient. You can also buy diwali gifts based on people's interest such as books for readers, paintings and art works to art lovers etc.

Here are few unique gift ideas for you

Religious Idols - People start the auspicious festival of diwali by worshipping goddess Lakshmi ji and lord ganesha, hence their idols make a perfect diwali gift for your loved ones. You can pick your choice from different varieties such as clay idols, crystal idols, wooden idols, marble idols and metal idols such as brass, silver and gold plated idols.

Candles and Diyas - The true essence of diwali lies in lightening beautiful diyas and candles. The soft amber glow they infuse in surrounding environment helps create an instant magical aura. This diwali illuminate your house with decorative diyas and candles, and also let your loved ones bask in the glory of beautiful candle lights. You can also buy aromatic candle sets to leave a greater impact on your dear ones. Nowadays several candle stands are also available which you might want to consider

Kitchenware - If you want to gift your friends or relatives something useful then kitchenware and accessories tops the list. Buy anything from utensils, kitchen appliances, cutlery and dining sets etc as diwali gifts. If you want to buy some modern gifts then you can consider buying bar accessories such as liquor dispenser, wine glasses, bottle opener, ice buckets and lighters etc.

Home Furnishing Products - Decorating homes and offices has been a common practice on diwali and no decoration is complete without new bed linens, curtains, sofa and cushion covers. You can also gift these home furnishing products to your dear ones on diwali. They make some really purposeful gifts.

Jewelry - Buying gold or silver jewelry during diwali is considered lucky, whether you buy it for yourself or as a gift for someone else. if you don't want to buy gold or silver in form of jewelry then you can also buy gold or silver coins. These coins make amazing diwali gifts for friends and office colleagues.

Art and Handicrafts - If you know someone who loves art in every shape and form then buy some artistic paintings, handicraft items such as decorative pieces, jewelry boxes, key holder and vases as diwali gift for them.

Corporate Diwali Gifts - if you are planning to buy diwali gifts for your boss and other office seniors then corporate gifts such as cufflinks, luxury pen, desk accessories make perfect diwali gifts. In case you are buying diwali gifts for your office employees then try shopping vouchers and gift cards this diwali.