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Easy diwali celebration school activities and projects for kids.

Diwali is a holiday for everyone but children get extra homework like Diwali Project to be presented in the class. To help out children we present 25 simple and creative Diwali project ideas for kids like cards and charts.

Diwali is celebrated across the world by millions of people. No level of preparation is enough to match the excitement Diwali brings with it. From new clothes to sweets, from decorations to pooja, from exchanging gifts to lighting firecrackers; the list goes far and beyond. Talking about decorations, young minds start spinning as soon as they come across the hefty festive vibes. Let them indulge in what we call childhood extravaganza by suggesting some exclusively collected ideas for them to spend their brains on.

The few featured Diwali Crafts will help your child learn about the holiday and will be perfect for home or for Diwali crafts for school. Use Diwali project crafts as multicultural craft ideas by teaching children about different cultures. This year celebrates the festival of lights Diwali by getting them involved in a few easy Diwali crafts for kids. We are sharing ideas with you.

25 Fun and Creative Diwali Projects For Kids & Schools

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Paper Diyas

Materials Required:

• Different colored papers
• Sketch pens
• Beads of all sizes and colors you can find
• 3D outliners
• Cut the shape of a diya from different colors of sheets.
• Start drawing different designs on them using vibrant and contrasting colors, for instance red on yellow, blue on yellow, purple on pink, golden on maroon etc.
• Give the finishing touch using 3D outliners.
• Don’t forget to add beads in a row at different places before you brush your hands off.
• Take support of vertical surfaces to stand them straight. Here you are done with one item!

Goddess’s Steps

• A pure white sheet of paper
• Red, yellow paint
• The symbol of goddess Lakshmi’s stems is of the great significance of prosperity in households. Since drawing actual feet may be a difficult task, we can try a handy shortcut.
• Paint red color on the sides of your palm. Make sure it is wet enough.
• Add a few yellow shades to it. Now close your palm into a fist and stamp it stably on the paper.
• Do the similar with another palm as well. Place this sheet at the entrance of your home.

Paper Leaf Garlands

Materials Required

• A4 sized sheets of 4-5 colors
• A thick thread or thin jute rope
• Mango leaves are integral parts of Diwali decorations. “Bandhandwars” as they are called, leaves are tied to ropes and hung on all doors and gates of the house.
• Cut the shape of a leaf (not very small) from various sheets of paper.
• Align them randomly beside each other.
• Now punch two holes at the top of each leaf and pass through the thread.
• Knot the ends to the top corners of the doors. You can also stich them using cello tapes on the wall.

Lighten up Your Friendship with this Perfect Gift

• A hardboard
• Handmade sheets
• Doodle cutouts of cupcakes, flowers, balloons, etc
• Make sure the board is smooth, if not then get rid of slivers by rubbing sandpaper on it.
• Stick a handmade sheet of your choice in the center.
• Paste cutouts of the doodles you have collected, for example, racquets, funny captions, designs, tennis balls, etc.
• Hang a few balloon-shaped cutouts from the board.
• You have just prepared a present for your younger siblings and friends of even elders!

Paper Rangolis

• Colored papers
• Paper molds
• Mirror beads etc.
• Cut a light-colored sheet in a circle. Let it be large enough
• . Cut the shape of a heart from two different colors, leaf shape from two other colors, stars from another color, and small circular shapes of two colors.
• Keeping symmetry in mind, start from the center. Paste the circular portions at the dot center.
• Paste alternate heart shapes around the circle. Move outwards and paste leaves at distances.
• Fill them up with stars. Stick mirrors on the circle to enhance the beauty.

Diwali Card

• Sponge sheets
• Glitter powder
• Colored sheets
• Cut the shape of Diya from a sponge sheet. Cut two others in a similar fashion.
• Decorate them using glitter powders and kundans.
• Now take two of them and cut them in half. Write ‘happy Diwali’ on two colored strips of paper and use it to connect the two halves of the two days.
• Stick cardboard behind the strips so as to give the required shape to them.

Paper Diya Lamps Garland

• A4 sized sheets
• Glitter pens
• Why just decorate the interiors? Create a visual treat for the visitors too.
• Make circular cardboard or use a circular metallic frame to make the base.
• On it paste some neatly drawn Diyas cut out of A4-sized sheets and decorated with colorful sketch pens and glitter pens.

Paper 3D Diya

• Golden thick paper
• Our houses will be lit up for the fortnight with earthen Diyas. But decoration liberty paves way for paper pots, colorful in nature.
• Make a Chinese fan(alternate plating) out of various colored sheets.
• Once the creases are firm, join the two ends of the plated sheet.
• Paste a base to give firmness to the Diya, also so that it acquires a hemispherical shape.
• Cut shapes of flame from the golden sheet and insert them in the middle of the plates. Your paper Diyas are ready to be donned in your drawing room!

Diwali Special Card to Gift

• Every  diwali  brings out new experience and memory which should be cherished throughout the life. To gift the very special one, do it with your own idea and spend your time.
• To do this much, many items are not needed. Different color papers and different shaped paper is required. Star stickers are needed to give more attraction to card.
• Light is the main feature of  diwali . Try to bring them in cards. New designs can be added to it, as per your wish.

Teach Your Kids about Diwali with Collage

• Cutouts of Diwali themed items like series of lights, diyas, crackers etc.
• A3 sized white paper
• Beads and sequins

We can make a more informative and text-based diwali card the following way:

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• Take the A3 sized sheet and give a heading on the top: “CELEBRATING DIWALI”. Don’t forget to highlight it with some vibrant color.
• Stick randomly the pictures you have collected.
• Liven it up by adding sequins and beads here and there. Leave the center space blank for writing.
• Collect different names of Diwali and write them there, for example: Deepavali, Deepabali, the festival of lights etc.
• Add a range of colors to the text and there you go with the second handmade card!

Simple Diwali Paper Card in Sacred Yellow

• An A4 sized sheet
• Black and other color sketch pens
• Fold the sheet in half. Now draw the shape of anything like a diya, a round fire cracker etc.
• Cut it out such that you get two joined shapes of the same.
• Draw little shapes of fire crackers- a ‘chakri’, an ‘anar’, a rocket etc.
• Now write a short note of message in your regional language to make it more personal and touching for the person you are presenting it to.

Diwali Card Idea to Wish Your Family Members

• A handmade sheet of two colors
• Plain A4 sized sheet
• 3D outliner (golden)
• Cut the handmade sheet a size slightly bigger than the A4 size, we won’t require the full sheet.
• Now paste the plain paper on it, since the uneven surface of the handmade part will make things difficult.
• Cut out the shape of a fire pot from another color handmade sheet.
• Draw glimmers and flickers from the 3D outliner tube.
• Write “HAPPY DIWALI” on the top and bottom of the sheet.

The Pooja Plate

• Thermocol piece
• Sheets of different colored papers
• An old diya
• Cut the thermocol piece in circular shape, the size of a small plate.
• Make a paste of glue and water and dip bits of newspaper on it. Cover it completely.
• Cover the diya in the same manner. This will ease up painting the surfaces, since earthen pots absorb water based paint and the color becomes dull.
• Let the paste dry up and harden. Now paint the surfaces of the plate. Paint the diya as well.
• Decorate them using paper cutouts and sequins. Place the diya on the plate and your crafty pooja plate is ready.

Diwali Flash Cards

•  The Diwali is a festival with joyful celebration and many of its symbols — candles and lights,  rangoli , flowers and fireworks — make ideal subjects for exploration with your children through crafts.
• Really, children will enjoy creating pretty drawing pin  diwali  cards- it is very satisfying to push the pins in, and even the youngest children can produce a fantastic effect.
• Besides, requiring the materialistic items, it needs creativity also. Another one easiest way for  diwali  craft idea is making a card.
• Design the top and bottom boundaries are of anything which sparkle and use bright sketch pens for the message.
• Try to use some buttons to represent the crackers.

Deepawali Special Fun Activities

• The  Diwali  festival is one of the best times of the year, everyone in the household is filled with joy and enthusiasm. Adults and children, all excited about this fun-filled extravaganza.
• You can spice up the celebrations by adding fun-filled team activities or making different Diwali cards to decorate our homes with them. These things add more color and joy to the festival.
• As everyone nearby, has started going green Diwali and avoiding crackers as much as possible, you can use these Easy Diwali cards ideas to involve everyone in your house.

Colorful Diwali Craft for Kids – Cup Diya

• Thermocol cup
• Golden piece of paper
• Take the thermocol cup and paint it with your favorite color.
• Fill it up with more colors and sequins and beads. Write “HAPPY DIWALI” on the surface using a marker.
• Cut the shape of a flame from the golden piece of paper and stick it from the inside of the cup.
• Install these cups in different corners of your home.

Paper Lanterns for Diwali

Material Required:

• White sheet of thin paper
• Take a normal-sized paper. Now cut vertical stripes of equal dimensions out of it.
• Take another thin white paper. Now paste one end of all the stripes to two adjacent edges of the paper.
• Now alternately start placing one over the other, taking one stripe of each side at a time.
• Weave them until all of them are used. Now fold the prepared part inwards to give it a cuboidal shape. Leave the upper portion open.
• Put inside it an electric light or candle. You can hang these lightweight lanterns easily on your ceilings in the dark.

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Diwali Lanterns ( Tutorial )

• A vibrant colored A4 sized sheet
• Draw outline at opposite sides of the A4-sized sheet, such that the boundary is at least 3cm thick.
• Now start cutting horizontally from one boundary to the other.
• Fold the sheet in half vertically, form a crease and open it back.
• Now join the extreme ends of the cut stripes such that it forms a cylindrical shape. Paste them overlapping each other.
• Now hold the upper and lower ends of the cylinder and gently push them inwards such that all the stripes bend outwards.
• Paste a normal cylindrical shape of white color inside it to create a translucent effect.
• Install some electric lights inside and switch them on. These lanterns are hangable too.

Foldable 3d Card

• A3 sized paper
• A4 sized papers for smaller cutouts
• Diya cutouts
• Glitter sponge sheet for boundaries
• Fold the A3 sheet in half. Open it now and start decorating.
• Cut a long rectangular piece from the smaller paper and two other identical pieces of the same width but shorter length.
• Now make creases in all the three pieces. Paste cutouts of diyas on each of the two sides of the rectangular pieces.
• Now paste their opposite ends to the two flaps of the big sheet. Try closing it. Make sure all the other pieces close with the bigger flap.
• Cut thin strips from the glitter foam sheet to increase your card’s brilliance. This is how we make a 3D foldable card:).

How To Make Colored Sand

• Roses(try using detached ones, don’t pluck new ones)
• “goldmohur” flowers(orange in color)
• Henna/mehendi powder
• Blue hibiscus flowers or rice flour

The pandemic may not allow us to gather all the Diwali items in one go. How about coloring our sand in different colors to get various pocket-friendly colors?

• Dry all the flowers you have gathered and boil them in water (separately).
• Boil the beetroot pieces in water to saturation and mix henna powder in another water container. Let them all cool down.
• Now pour a handful of sand into each solution you prepared. Let them stay overnight. The next day dry the sand up in the sun. You’ll get red rangoli from beetroot, blue from hibiscus/rice flour, pink from rose, green from henna, and orange from Gulmohar flowers.

Rangoli Designs for Diwali

• Colored sand
• chalk for rough sketching
• flower petals of roses, marigold etc. with some dry leaves powder

Here are some very easy rangoli ideas for all age groups. Have a look:

1. Kids’ Favorite Tweety Rangoli

Find out an easy picture of a tweety cartoon and draw it on the surface. Fill rangoli colors accordingly. Outline with the black color. You can fill in some background colors as well.

2. Flowery Rangoli

Collect marigold, rose, and dried leaves. Leave them to dry and harden. Now crush them up to tiny parts. Design something of your choice, for instance, a diya, and fill it up with these powders.

3. Peppa Pig In Muddy Puddle Rangoli

Draw the image of this little creature on the floor. Fill colors of pink, magenta, maroon, and yellow finely to complete your rangoli.

4. All-Time Best Minni Mouse Rangoli

Who doesn’t know Minni Mouse? Imitate an easy image of Minni mouse and fill in with red, black, yellow, and white rangoli colors. Outline with black rangoli.

Designer Diyas

• Acrylic paint
• Paint brush
• Wash and clean all the diyas.
• Dry them in the sun for a couple of hours.
• Paint them with different acrylic colors and then use a zero-size brush to draw designs on them.

Try to spread the festive spirit among your friends, family, acquaintances, colleagues, and loved ones with these easy DIY cards. The most colorful aspect of Diwali is the bright and intricate Rangoli  drawn in the front of homes!

Your child may or may not be old enough to help out with the real  Rangoli , he can spend some quiet time coloring a  Rangoli design on paper!

We hope you had fun knowing the ideas of simple yet elegant styles of Diwali preparations. Wish you and your family a very happy, prosperous, and joyous Diwali, and may you overcome all your fears and defeat every evil hindering your way to happiness!

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Holiday Homework Solutions

Holiday Homework Solutions for class 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12 (During Summer Vacations) facility for the academic session 2022–2023 is being maintained to help the students and parents to do the holiday homework comfortably in Summer 2024-25. You are requested to upload your holiday homework in PDF format based on Latest CBSE Curriculum 2024-25 and get the solutions with in a week. You can also ask your Maths or science problems through Discussion Forum. If the problems are related to NCERT or NCERT Exemplar Problems please refer to NCERT Solutions page to get this. The solutions of holiday homework should be uploaded along with the school name at the end of this page. Notification of completion of homework will not be given by the website, you have to check yourself after a week for the solutions.

Download NCERT Solutions for all classes. Students of the upper primary level (Class 6, 7 and 8) are already well informed and are keen to find and learn more. According to CBSE, while assigning and preparing homework for the students, it is important to note they are able to develop the skills like relating, thinking, concluding, inferring. Homework should be such that the student neither feel it burdensome nor they lose interest in the subject matter. Moreover it is useful in providing them a happy experience. Homework therefore needs to be thought about and worked upon differently. Emphasis should be given on Vedic mathematics, designing quality homework rather than its quantity. Download NCERT Books and apps based on latest CBSE Syllabus.

Encompassing the aforesaid ideas, the CBSE has brought forth a Manual, “Alternatives to Holiday Homework” for classes VI to VIII. It is collection of ideas transformed into suggestive activities that are creative, interesting, meaningful and interactive, enhancing various skills, directly or indirectly related to subject matter providing students to enhance their learning and gaining knowledge based on NCERT Books following the latest CBSE Syllabus.

Suggestive Holiday Homework for Class 6

• Holiday Homework for Class 6 Hindi
• Holiday Homework for Class 6 English
• Holiday Homework for Class 6 Mathemaitcs
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• Holiday Homework for Class 6 Social Science

Suggestive Holiday Homework for Class 7

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Suggestive Holiday Homework for Class 8

• Holiday Homework for Class 8 Hindi
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• Holiday Homework for Class 8 Mathematics
• Holiday Homework for Class 8 Science
• Holiday Homework for Class 8 Social Science

A well rounded development of individual knowledge happens not only from textbooks and formal education but more from the learner’s personal experiences, individual inquisitive nature and social surroundings. Homework is an area of importance and to make it more relevant for the NCERT Books classes 6th, 7th and 8th, appropriate strategies and meaningful activities may be suggested to the schools that give more time to child to explore the environment to develop creative thinking.

These activities (like OTBA for class 9 & 11 ) would be so framed that they keep the child interested in subjects and therefore would also help in enhancing the learning power. Homework is one of the areas that need urgent attention. As the students of class VI, VII and VIII develop a certain learning style and want to know and find more and more. Efforts should be made to make homework more creative and interesting so that the students do not feel burdensome while doing the same and the ultimate purpose of providing homework is served.

A survey was conducted through questionnaire prepared by CBSE to collect feedback from parents, teachers, students and other educationists on “Alternatives to Homework at Upper Primary Level” for Class Sixth, Seventh and Eighth so that appropriate strategies and meaningful activities can be designed and suggested to schools. The questions were directed to know the ideal quantity and purpose of the homework, whether homework should be assigned in all the subjects, internet usage should be a part of the homework or not, how homework helps in teaching.

Keeping in view emerging issues, there is a need to think about giving quality homework emphasizing on acquiring applied learning skills. Few points can be kept in mind while designing a quality homework by teachers: 1, Provide students capacity building activities which are followed up and acknowledged like drawing, creative writing, making puzzles, stories, plays, online games, reading online books and craft.

2. Provide them assignment sheets which improve their reading & writing abilities. Homework must enable the student to practice a skill independently. 3. A possible discussion can be held with different children on what they would like to do at home to improve in which ever area they deem necessary. Homework must be designed in a way that maximizes the chances of its completion by the students.

4. Parents should be able to understand the child’s needs and schools suggestions on how to learn mathematics, logical reasoning, etc. by doing puzzles, writing letters, reading to elders from the newspapers, making household lists, recipe making and cooking. 5. Learners who have dyslexia or number difficulty should have practice assignments overcoming their problems.

The child in middle school have a keenness to discover more and prepare for the examination. Learning is about developing new faculties, which become useful as an adult. The years 12 to 15 are years when rules become important, and doing well, excelling are given importance both at home and in the class. As the child grows chronically his/her emotional maturity also grows and there are interests which are beyond just what lessons can give.

The homework assigned should: 1. enhance study habits and practice skills (which learners are able to perform independently) 2. reinforce necessary skills both scholastic and co-scholastic among the learners. 3. enable learners to become independent learners and thinkers and develop among them 21st century skills so that they can participate in Make in India in future. 4. lead to the improvement in the academic achievement of the learner.

5. expand on the existing knowledge of the learners and be a part of the already acquired competencies in the classroom. 6. not put unneeded pressure or stress by including new learning material or difficult material to be worked upon by learners themselves. 7. be CBSE Syllabus based and as per developmental needs of the learners. 8. not require specific resources or technology which is not accessible to all learners. 9. have clearly defined, purposeful, creative and engaging activities.

It is also advised that teachers can refer to Life Skills Manuals, Health Manuals and Environmental Education Manuals which contain age appropriate and interesting activities which can be taken up by the learners individually. These activities can be assigned to learners so as to enhance their life skills, values and make them health conscious.

Homework is needed, and necessary for a teacher to be able to follow up with each child. The correction and feedback on homework is an important input that helps both parents and children to follow up and improve in areas which are needed. The recourse extra classes, can be reduced if the homework is used for learning improvement and acquisition of diverse skills. We are providing a handful help to solve or helping in solving the holiday homework.

What are concepts of the Holiday Homework for Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5?

The Holiday Homework 2024-25 for class 1 and Class 2 should be totally creative work only. We should prepare the homework in such a way that student enjoy the work like play. The holiday assignment for class 3, 4 and Class 5 should be totally creative work.

What are the Holiday Homework suggestions for Class 6, 7 and 8?

The ideas for Holiday Homework 2024-25 for class 6, 7 and 8 Maths, Science, English, Hindi and Social Science are given on Tiwari Academy. We should also include the interesting facts related to daily life with the topic of NCERT Books.

How to prepare the Holiday Homework 2024-25 for class 9 and 10?

The collection of Important Questions from NCERT Textbook, From board Papers, CBSE Sample papers and NCERT Exemplar Books may be the good holiday homework practice material for High School students.

What would be good the Holiday Homework for class 11 and 12?

The Holiday Homework for class 11 and 12 are generally selected as the NCERT Textbook topics. The NCERT Books back exercises and related questions which are asked in CBSE Board Examination may be a good assignment for intermediate students.

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Class 6 Holiday Homework: Creative and Exciting Ideas

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As a teacher, you always want your students to identify their strengths and grow academically. Also, you wish for their holistic development. In an attempt to do so, you attempt to assign exciting holiday homework that tickles their imagination and curiosity bugs. So this summer vacation, when you are planning to assign students Class 6 holiday homework, you can take inspiration from the list of assignments mentioned in this blog. Let’s have a look!!

Table of Contents

• 1.1 1. Interactive Timeline
• 1.2 2. Maths Whiz Quiz Night
• 1.3 3. Science Model
• 1.4 4. Digital Hindi Kavita Rangoli
• 2.1 1. Science in the Kitchen
• 2.2 2. “Apna Gaon” (Our Village) Documentary
• 2.3 3. Public Speaking Challenge
• 2.4 4. Artists of India Research Project

Class 6 Holiday Homework Ideas for Different Subjects

To begin with, we have Class 6 holiday homework ideas for History, Mathematics, Science, and Hindi for you. Let’s proceed!!

1. Interactive Timeline

As teachers, you ask students to pick a period in Indian history to create a timeline using pictures, drawings, and short descriptions of key events. You can advise them to make it interactive by adding movable elements or using an online timeline tool.

2. Maths Whiz Quiz Night

Further, for Class 6 Math holiday homework, you can recommend students to design a family quiz night with fun math problems (e.g., word problems based on household chores). Based on their creativity you can award them points.

3. Science Model

In addition, you can ask students to choose a scientific concept (e.g., water cycle, photosynthesis) to create a working model. For this assignment, you can ask them to create the model from simple DIY crafts using recycled materials or items found at home.

4. Digital Hindi Kavita Rangoli

Besides, for Class 6 Hindi holiday homework, you can assign the task of writing a short Hindi poem on a seasonal theme (e.g.Summers, winters, monsoon, Diwali). Then, ask them to create a virtual rangoli design incorporating the poem’s words or imagery.

Check out: Creative Holiday Homework for Nursery Class: Top 11 Ideas and Themes

Creative Ideas for Class 6 Holiday Homework

Herein, we have creative Class 6 holiday homework ideas for you.

1. Science in the Kitchen

Ask your students to choose a scientific concept related to food (e.g., states of matter, chemical reactions) to conduct a simple experiment at home (e.g., observing how dough rises). Thereafter, tell them to document their observations and explain the science behind it, when the school reopens. 

2. “Apna Gaon” (Our Village) Documentary

Also, you can design interesting Class 6 holiday homework for students who are visiting their village during the summer holidays. Tell them to record a short video documentary showcasing its unique traditions, crafts, or landmarks. Moreover, ask them to interview local residents (with permission) to capture their stories. Tell them to share their experiences and learnings once the school resumes.

3. Public Speaking Challenge

Additionally, you can suggest that students choose a topic they are passionate about (e.g., the importance of reading, or a local hero). After they select the topic, ask them to write a short speech and practice delivering it to their family during vacations, and present it before the class after the holidays. 

4. Artists of India Research Project

Also, you can tell students to research a famous Indian artist, musician, or dancer (e.g., M.F. Hussain, A.R. Rahman, Abeeda Parveen, Iqbal Bano, Pt. Birju Maharaj). Ask them to create a presentation highlighting their work and its significance in Indian culture .

Ans: Here are some interesting summer vacation homework ideas for Class 6 students: – Science model on water cycle – Mapmaking – DIY Crafts – Photography project on the lives of people from different walks of life – Journaling

Ans: Class 6 students can create a ‘DIY Solar Oven’ using a cardboard box, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap. They can harness the sun’s energy to cook s’mores or melt chocolate. This project demonstrates solar energy conversion and the greenhouse effect, making science fun and tangible for young learners.

Ans: As teachers, you can inspire students with a ‘Summer Cultural Quest.’ Encourage them to explore diverse cultures through cooking, music, and traditions. They can document their discoveries in journals or create presentations to share with classmates in the fall. 

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Ankita is a history enthusiast with a few years of experience in academic writing. Her love for literature and history helps her curate engaging and informative content for education blog. When not writing, she finds peace in analysing historical and political anectodes.

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60 DIY Diwali Decoration Ideas

Indians celebrate Diwali every year in the fall, surrounded by dazzling lights and festive vibes. If you’ve ever been lucky to witness such celebrations, you know how monumental the festival of lights is for them.

Whether you have Indian relatives or you’re a cultural enthusiast, you can participate in this year’s celebrations by crafting handmade Diwali decorations. And we’ll help you!

We’ve created a list of 30 DIY Diwali decoration ideas you can try out in your free time, some of which are kid-friendly. So manifest your crafting power, prepare your tools, and hop in!

1. Fairy Light Wall

Twinkling lights are the main theme of Diwali celebrations, and you can use them to add heartwarming vibes to your house. You’ll need fairy lights, nails, a hammer, and some memorable photos with your loved ones. Using these tools, you’ll make a wall decoration.

The tiny lamps will shine light over your cherished memories, and you’ll have taken part in the festive season.

Get the instructions for the fairy light wall on Lights 4 Fun .

2. Paper Marigold Flowers

Marigold flowers have long served as religious symbols in India and are an irreplaceable part of Diwali celebrations. With the help of your little ones, you can craft paper Marigold flowers. They’ll look like fresh flowers just plucked from the garden, and you can use them as a centerpiece on your table.

Check the tutorial for these beautiful Marigold flowers on Artsy Craftsy Mom .

3. Clay Flower Lanterns

When it comes to DIY Diwali decor ideas, clay lanterns should be number one on your to-do list. They’re easy to craft, look elegant, and can take fake or real candles. You can also get creative and use different colors and embellishments to decorate the lanterns.

Learn how to make clay flower lanterns on Baker Ross .

4. Papercut Lamp

Here’s an idea you can craft with the help of your kids. First, you’ll make a festive papercut lamp using colorful paper, scissors, and a dash of creativity. Then, you can hang it in your kids’ room as Diwali decor.

Head to Make Zine  to get the tutorial video for the papercut lamp.

5. Macrame-Covered Candle Holder

Macrame decor pieces have a unique charm that adds to the aesthetic of any room. This charm, combined with a light source, will give you an enchanting Diwali decoration piece. We won’t deny that working with Macrame strings is time-consuming, but we guarantee you the result will be worth every second.

Find out more about the Macrame-covered candle holder on Crafting on the Fly .

6. Stained Glass Jars and Vases

You can make stained glass jars or vases in your house in a few simple steps. You’ll only need mason jars, glass vases, and glass paint. After you finish, you can put real candles inside them for a lovely picture and shimmering effect. You can get more stained glass ideas on craftwhack.com .

Learn more about stained jars and vases on Color Made Happy .

7. Colorful Paper Fans

Paper fans are extremely easy to make, but the trick here isn’t in crafting them. Instead, it’s in choosing complementing and glimmering colors that’ll make them look like Diwali decor pieces. So, if you don’t have enough time for a challenging project, try this one. When you’re done, you can use the fans to make a Diwali backdrop.

Take a look at the colorful paper fans on Bright Kid Fun .

8. Glitter Lanterns

Introduce your kids to the festivities of Diwali with this easy project. They’ll make shimmering lanterns out of glitter paper and shiny embellishments. However, let us warn you that you shouldn’t use real candles with them. Instead, use LED lights.

Get the tutorial for glitter lanterns on Artsy Craftsy Mom .

9. DIY Diwali Elephants

Elephants are only another cultural icon of India, and you can use them as inspiration for your upcoming Diwali decoration project. This idea includes making elephant shapes using modeling clay and decorating them with glitter and shimmery sequins.

Check the instructions for DIY Diwali elephants on Baker Ross .

10. Yarn Tea Light Holder

Using yarn and twigs, you can craft beautiful tea light holders that look like teepees. They’ll add festive vibes to your place and won’t take much time to make.

Learn how to make a yarn tea light holder on Blue Bear Wood .

11. Glass Bangles Candle Holder

We’ve all been through those teenage years when glass bangles were the go-to trend, and melty beads were the real deal. If you still have glass bangles from your childhood, you can use them to craft elegant candle holders. All you’ll have to do is stack the bangles and glue them together. Then, place a candle inside and enjoy the glimmering lights.

Head to Red Ted Art  to learn more about the glass bangles candle holder.

12. DIY Diwali Flower Rangoli

Are you looking for easy Diwali decoration ideas that’ll cost you nothing? Pluck some fresh flowers from your garden and make this beautiful Rangoli. You can let your children join in the fun, and you’ll end up with a beautiful, colorful Diwali decor.

Check the DIY Diwali flower Rangoli on The Educator’s Spin on It .

13. DIY Diwali Door Hanging

Let people know you’re celebrating the festival of lights with this glamorous door hanging. You can use a gold cord, beads, and decorative gems. When you’re done, you can hang your creation on your door as a Diwali decor piece. You can also add some fairy lights for more festive vibes.

Get the tutorial for the DIY Diwali door hanging on Baker Ross .

14. Funky Polymer Clay Candle Holder

Putting decorative polymer clay candle holders around your house will make you feel like you’re attending the festive season in India. You can customize your own designs or look for online ones. No matter what your choice is, you’ll have new Diwali decor pieces to showcase.

Take a look at the funky polymer clay candle holder on Crafts Beautiful .

15. Butterfly Lantern

These butterfly lanterns are one of the most elegant Diwali decoration ideas on our list. They’re also pretty easy to make out of craft paper. First, you’ll make a rectangular lantern and add a fake candle inside.

Then, you’ll cut the craft paper in the shape of butterflies and glue them on the lantern. By the end of the project, you’ll have a beautiful home decor piece.

Learn how to make a butterfly lantern on My Poppet .

16. Accordion Fold Diwali Paper Diya

Using colored paper and some sequins, you can craft many Diwali paper diyas. First, you’ll fold the paper like an accordion. Then, you’ll decorate it with sequins. In the end, you can hang them on your wall. For this project, you can use crepe paper, craft paper, or cardboard paper.

Get the tutorial for the accordion fold Diwali paper diya on Artsy Craftsy Mom .

17. DIY Diwali Wreath

If you’re looking for unconventional and simple DIY Diwali decor ideas, here’s one you’ll love. You’ll make a wreath decorated with small diyas and decorative gems. It’ll look magnificent hung up on your door, and it’ll show people that you’re celebrating the Indian festive season.

Not to mention, it’s a unique home decor piece that you can keep around for the rest of the year.

Check the instructions for the DIY Diwali wreath on Baker Ross .

18. Lotus Wall Art

Take part in the Indian festive season merriments and grace your house walls with beautiful Lotus flowers. You can craft them using cardstock paper and scissors, but choose colors that go with your interior decor.

Find out more about the Lotus wall art on Nimasonti .

19. Paper Diya Ornament

Fill your house with hanging ornaments with this easy and enjoyable project. It’s one of the easiest DIY Diwali decor ideas and doesn’t require many materials. You’ll only need craft or crepe paper, a string, and some sequins. Also, considering its simplicity, you can let your kids join you in making them.

Learn how to make a paper diya ornament on Red Ted Art .

20. DIY Salt Dough Diva Lamps

Kids love playing around with versatile materials, like salt dough. You can use this point to teach them about Diwali. First, make the dough using salt, flour, and water. Then, encourage them to shape the dough like Diva lamps. After the dough dries, give them colors and let them use their creativity to spice up the Diwali decoration pieces.

Get the DIY salt dough Diva lamps tutorial on Learning and Exploring Through Play .

21. Paper Diya Diwali Garland

Are you looking for kid-friendly DIY Diwali decor ideas? Here’s an ideal one that your little ones can craft under your supervision. They’ll make many paper diyas, then join them with a thread to make a garland. You can either hang this garland on a wall in your house or on the door.

Find out more about the paper diya Diwali garland on Red Ted Art .

22. Rangoli Craft

Indians often decorate their house entrances with Rangoli crafts made from sugar or rice flour. You can follow in their steps and make this beautiful craft. It’s easy enough for your kids to join, and you can add floral patterns, dots, or decorative gems to finish the masterpiece.

Check the instructions for the Rangoli craft on The Educators Spin on It .

23. Diwali Popsicle Stick Lanterns

If you collect popsicle sticks as many people do, it’s time to get them out and put them to good use. In this project, you’ll make festival lanterns using popsicle sticks and tracing paper. After you finish, you can put them around your house to celebrate the Indian festive season.

Learn how to make Diwali popsicle stick lanterns on Artsy Craftsy Mom .

24. Hanging Mason Jars

Diwali decoration ideas aren’t limited to house interiors; you can also spice up your garden or backyard with a few glimmering crafts. This project includes hanging mason jars and putting fake candles inside them to light up the garden. As a creative twist, you can surround them with fairy lights.

Get the tutorial for hanging mason jars on A Piece of Rainbow .

25. Decorative Candle Holders

Add shimmering vibes to your house with these decorative candle holders. You can make them using glue glitter bottles in different colors. In the end, they’ll look spectacular on your dinner table.

Check the instructions for decorative candle holders on Anujajain .

26. DIY Washi Tape Candle Holders

If you don’t have enough time for complicated crafts but still want to decorate your place, here’s an easy project. You’ll only need glass candle holders and washi tape to make these art pieces. And as a bonus point, they won’t take you more than an hour to finish.

Learn how to make DIY Washi tape candle holders on Pink Chai Living .

27. Painted Paper Festival Lanterns

Do you want to celebrate the festival of lights by crafting homemade decorations with your friends and family? Here’s an easy idea that doesn’t require many materials and will take no time. You’ll create painted paper lanterns and hang them around your place. This way, you’ll add festive vibes with minimum effort.

Read more about painted paper festival lanterns on Handmade Charlotte .

28. Paper Lotus Tea Light Holder

If you’re skilled in cutting paper, you can put your skills to good use and make some Diwali-themed tea light holders. They’ll look gorgeous on your table, and you can put a real candle in the middle of each one for extra glam.

Check the instructions for the Lotus tea light holder on Artsy Craftsy Mom .

29. Flower Wall Hanging

Do you want to spice up your wall with some Diwali decoration ideas? If so, it’s time to work on this lovely craft. You’ll make a wall hanging out of colorful fake flowers. Although it might take some time to finish, we hope you’ll have a blast crafting it!

Learn how to make a flower wall hanging on Oh Happy Days .

30. Diwali Diya Crafts

The final idea on our list consists of crafting diya shapes out of air-dry clay or playdough and decorating them with sequins and gems. It’s a straightforward idea that you can try out with your kids. You can also put real candles inside the diyas without worrying about fire hazards.

Find out more about Diwali diya crafts on Little Passports .

31. Paper Lotus Tealight Holder

The lotus flower is among the many symbols of Diwali celebrations. If you want to grace your house with both light and a lotus-inspired decoration, you can attempt this elegant paper lotus tealight holder. You’ll only need colored paper, scissors, glue, and a pencil.

Learn how to make a Paper Lotus Tealight Holder on artsycraftsymom.com .

32. Painted Clay Flower Tealight Holder

If you want your Diwali decorations to last all year long, you can make those beautifully painted clay tealight holders. You can create as many candle holders as you wish and decorate each one using different colors.

Check the guide for Painted Clay Flower Tealight Holder on bakerross.co.uk .

33. Kids’ Easy Paper Diya

If you want to introduce your kids to the festival of lights, there isn’t a better way than making this cute paper Diya together. It’s pretty easy to make, and your kids will have a field day making many Diyas in various bright colors.

Learn more about Kids’ Easy Paper Diya on redtedart.com .

34. DIY Paper Lantern

Paper lanterns, also commonly known as kandeel in India, are among the most beautiful Diwali decorations for your house. In addition, they’re pretty easy to make, so you can let your kids join in on the fun. And because they shine elegantly in the dark, you’ll end up brightening up your house with those colorful paper lanterns.

Also, you can hang them indoors, outdoors, or in the doorway.

Find out more about DIY Paper Lantern on artsycraftsymom.com .

35. Diwali Paper Fans

Most people know how to make paper fans since they’re pretty straightforward. However, the main artistic aspect lies in choosing colors that contrast nicely and look elegant when shaped into a fan. There are endless color ideas that you can try, and all of them will make an excellent decoration for your wall.

See more instructions on Diwali Paper Fans on brightkidfun.com .

36. Paper Lotus Wall Decor

If you have a bare wall in your house, it’s time to decorate it with some colorful paper lotus crafts. You can choose the colors that go best with the rest of your home decor. And although you’ll cut many petals in different colors, this art project won’t take much of your time to finish.

Learn how to make Paper Lotus Wall Decor on nimasonti.com .

37. Paper Marigold Flowers

Marigold flowers are famous throughout Indian celebrations, and as a bonus point, they’re utterly beautiful. So you can incorporate them in your Diwali decorations this year by creating those cute paper Marigold flowers. After you finish, you can either use them as table decorations or string them together and hang them on the wall.

Get the tutorial for Paper Marigold Flowers on artsycraftsymom.com .

38. Cut-Paper Lanterns

As Diwali is the festival of lights, any homemade craft that includes lighting will suffice. You can create those cut-paper lanterns as decor for your room. That said, it’d be best if you used LED lights instead of fairy lights to avoid fire hazards.

Get the video tutorial for Cut-Paper Lanterns on makezine.com .

39. Easy Diwali Candle Holders

If you have kids, there’s a high chance you have glass bangles lying all over the house. You can finally put them to use and make those easy candle holders. Since this craft is relatively simple, you can let your kids join in on the fun. After making it, put a candle in the middle and enjoy the shimmering lights.

Find out more about Easy Diwali Candle Holders on redtedart.com .

40. Salt Dough Diva Lamps

Playing around with salt dough is fun for kids, especially when creating something as beautiful as those diva lamps. If your kids are too young to manipulate the dough, you can do it yourself and let them decorate the lamps with colors and glitter.

Get the tutorial for Salt Dough Diva Lamps on learningandexploringthroughplay.com .

41. DIY Diwali Diya

Instead of purchasing Diyas for your house, you can make one that matches your place’s interior. You can either use air-dry clay or playdough for this project. After you finish, you can put a candle in your Diya and light up your house.

Learn how to make DIY Diwali Diya on littlepassports.com .

42. Paper Diya Diwali Garland

This project is suitable for little kids who are enthusiastic about the festival of lights. It’s pretty simple and will look beautiful enough to hang on your walls. First, they’ll make separate Diyas in different colors. Then, they’ll attach them to a long yarn strand to form a garland.

See more instructions for Paper Diya Diwali Garland on redtedart.com .

43. Rangoli Craft for Kids

Rangoli crafts made from sugar or rice flour are often used in India to decorate house entries. They also have an attractive, colorful design that kids love. That’s why they’ll have tremendous fun playing around with this project.

Check the guide for Rangoli Craft for Kids on theeducatorsspinonit.com .

44. Pretty Diwali Popsicle Stick Lantern

If you have leftover popsicle sticks, get some glue, and you’re good to go for this project. It requires only minimum effort and time, and it’ll look lovely by the time you’re done with it. But note that you should only use battery-operated candles with this lantern to avoid fire hazards.

Learn how to make Pretty Diwali Popsicle Stick Lantern on artsycraftsymom.com .

45. Flower Rangoli Craft for Kids

If you have a garden in your house, you can pluck out some colorful flowers and make this beautiful Rangoli craft. In addition to its simplicity, it’ll be enjoyable for little kids who are too young for challenging art projects.

Get the tutorial for Flower Rangoli Craft for Kids on theeducatorsspinonit.com .

46. Glitter Paper Table Lanterns

A little bling won’t hurt for this year’s Diwali decorations. Those glitter lanterns will look stunning as they glimmer and shine with a candle in the middle. And as a bonus point, they’re pretty easy to make. You can even let your kids make them.

Read more about Glitter Paper Table Lanterns on artsycraftsymom.com .

47. Diwali Door Hanging

If you like working with beads, you’ll love this project. It consists of making a traditional Indian door hanging to welcome guests during celebrations. By the time you’re done with it, it’ll look so professional. You can also choose the colors that go best with your house.

Find out more about Diwali Door Hanging on bakerross.co.uk .

48. DIY Accordion Fold Diyas

You can make those accordion fold Diyas with minimum effort and materials. They’re an ideal Diwali decoration for your house because they’re versatile and small. For example, you can either hang them vertically on a bare wall in your home or string them together and hang them on the door.

See more instructions for DIY Accordion Fold Diyas on artsycraftsymom.com .

49. Sparkler Firework Crafts for Kids

Fireworks are a must-have at any light celebrations, but they pose many safety risks, especially to kids. So as an alternative, you can let your kids make those real-looking firework crafts. They’re easy, inexpensive, and fun to make.

Get the tutorial for Sparkler Firework Crafts for Kids on kidscraftroom.com .

50. DIY Diwali Wreath

If you want to hang a colorful, bright wreath on your door for Diwali, you’ll love this project. It’s easy enough for kids to make it under adult supervision, and it takes no more than an hour. After the glue dries, you can add many decorations to the wreath.

Learn more about DIY Diwali Wreath on bakerross.co.uk .

51. Clay Elephant Ornaments

Elephants aren’t specifically a part of Diwali celebrations, but they’re a renowned symbol throughout India. Those clay elephant ornaments are durable so that you can hang them in your house all year long. Also, they’re fun to decorate.

Check the step-by-step guide for Clay Elephant Ornaments on bakerross.co.uk .

52. Funky Polymer Clay Candle Holder

If you know how to manipulate polymer clay into different shapes, you’ll enjoy making this funky candle holder. It consists of bright colors to go with the Indian culture symbols. Also, using regular tealight candles doesn’t pose a fire hazard.

Find out more about Funky Polymer Clay Candle Holder on crafts-beautiful.com .

53. Crepe Paper Petals Wall Hanging

Flower torans are pretty famous in India during various celebrations, and as a bonus point, they look beautiful. You can make this petals wall hanging and showcase it on your door or inside the house. It might take some effort and time on your side, but the result will be worth it.

Get the tutorial for Crepe Paper Petals Wall Hanging on ohhappyday.com .

54. Butterfly Diwali Lantern

This lantern will look magical as a table decoration during this year’s Diwali celebrations, with butterflies coming out of it. You can also give the butterflies a decorative sparkle by gluing glitter on their wings. All in all, you’ll have fun with this project.

Learn how to make Butterfly Diwali Lantern on mypoppet.com.au .

55. Painted Paper Lanterns

Those lanterns are easy to make and will brighten up your house decor. And for the best part, you don’t have to remove them after Diwali celebrations are over. Instead, you can leave them up as spring decor because of their bright colors.

Check the guide for Painted Paper Lanterns on handmadecharlotte.com .

56. Diwali Candle Holder

This air-dry clay candle holder is easy enough for kids to do it. After shaping it, they can decorate it with sparkly gems and glitter for an attractive, Diwali-worthy shimmering effect. Finally, you can put a candle in the middle and enjoy the warm vibes.

Read more about Diwali Candle Holder on highlights.com .

57. Diwali Diya Wall Hanging

Instead of hanging Diyas like a horizontal banner, you’ll attach them vertically to a string this time. The project is pretty easy if you know how to cut paper into specific shapes. Also, these Diyas will add color to your house interior.

Get the tutorial for Diwali Diya Wall Hanging on hobbyideas.in .

58. Magical Hanging Mason Jar Lights

Diwali decorations aren’t limited to the interiors of your house; you should also add light and sparkle to your backyard. After you’re done with this project, your garden will look like a fairy wonderland. And you don’t even have to remove them after the celebrations are over.

See more instructions for Magical Hanging Mason Jar Lights on apieceofrainbow.com .

59. Diwali Candle Holders With Washi Tape

This project might be the easiest one on our list. You’ll only need glass candle holders and washi tape to decorate them. But the highlight is that you can use standard candles, not battery-operated ones, as there are no fire risks.

Read more about Diwali Candle Holders With Washi Tape on pinkchailiving.com .

60. Decorative Candle Holders

If you don’t mind going extra with decorations, you’ll love those embellishing candle holders. They’ll add festive vibes to your place, and you’ll have fun decorating them. Also, since they’re durable, you can use them all year long.

Check the guide for Decorative Candle Holders on anujajain.wordpress.com .

Now that you have many DIY Diwali decor ideas to try out, we hope you’ll have an unforgettable Indian celebration!

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I just got back from one week in Moscow. And, as you might have already guessed, it was a mind-boggling experience. It was not my first trip to the Russian capital. But I hardly ever got enough time to explore this sprawling city. Visiting places for business rarely leaves enough time for sightseeing. I think that if you’ve got one week in Russia, you can also consider splitting your time between its largest cities (i.e. Saint Petersburg ) to get the most out of your trip. Seven days will let you see the majority of the main sights and go beyond just scratching the surface. In this post, I’m going to share with you my idea of the perfect travel itinerary for one week in Moscow.

Moscow is perhaps both the business and cultural hub of Russia. There is a lot more to see here than just the Kremlin and Saint Basil’s Cathedral. Centuries-old churches with onion-shaped domes dotted around the city are in stark contrast with newly completed impressive skyscrapers of Moscow City dominating the skyline. I spent a lot of time thinking about my Moscow itinerary before I left. And this city lived up to all of my expectations.

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Day 1 – red square and the kremlin.

Metro Station: Okhotny Ryad on Red Line.

No trip to Moscow would be complete without seeing its main attraction. The Red Square is just a stone’s throw away from several metro stations. It is home to some of the most impressive architectural masterpieces in the city. The first thing you’ll probably notice after entering it and passing vendors selling weird fur hats is the fairytale-like looking Saint Basil’s Cathedral. It was built to commemorate one of the major victories of Ivan the Terrible. I once spent 20 minutes gazing at it, trying to find the perfect angle to snap it. It was easier said than done because of the hordes of locals and tourists.

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To continue this Moscow itinerary, next you may want to go inside the Kremlin walls. This is the center of Russian political power and the president’s official residence. If you’re planning to pay Kremlin a visit do your best to visit Ivan the Great Bell Tower as well. Go there as early as possible to avoid crowds and get an incredible bird’s-eye view. There are a couple of museums that are available during designated visiting hours. Make sure to book your ticket online and avoid lines.

Day 2 – Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the Tretyakov Gallery, and the Arbat Street

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The hallmark of the memorial complex and the first thing you see as you exit metro is the statue of Nike mounted to its column. This is a very impressive Obelisk with a statue of Saint George slaying the dragon at its base.

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Metro Station: VDNKh on Orange Line

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First, there are pavilions that used to showcase different cultures the USSR was made of. Additionally, there is a number of shopping pavilions, as well as Moskvarium (an Oceanarium) that features a variety of marine species. VDNKh is a popular venue for events and fairs. There is always something going on, so I’d recommend checking their website if you want to see some particular exhibition.

A stone’s throw away from VDNKh there is a very distinctive 25-meters high monument. Originally built in 1937 for the world fair in Paris, the hulking figures of men and women holding a hammer and a sickle represent the Soviet idea of united workers and farmers. It doesn’t take much time to see the monument, but visiting it gives some idea of the Soviet Union’s grandiose aspirations.

I have a thing for tall buildings. So to continue my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow I decided to climb the fourth highest TV tower in the world. This iconic 540m tower is a fixture of the skyline. You can see it virtually from everywhere in Moscow, and this is where you can get the best panoramic views (yep, even better than Empire skyscraper).

Parts of the floor are made of tempered glass, so it can be quite scary to exit the elevator. But trust me, as you start observing buildings and cars below, you won’t want to leave. There is only a limited number of tickets per day, so you may want to book online. Insider tip: the first tour is cheaper, you can save up to $10 if go there early.

Day 5 – A Tour To Moscow Manor Houses

Metro Station: Kolomenskoye, Tsaritsyno on Dark Green Line / Kuskovo on Purple Line

I love visiting the manor houses and palaces in Moscow. These opulent buildings were generally built to house Russian aristocratic families and monarchs. Houses tend to be rather grand affairs with impressive architecture. And, depending on the whims of the owners, some form of a landscaped garden.

During the early part of the 20th century though, many of Russia’s aristocratic families (including the family of the last emperor) ended up being killed or moving abroad . Their manor houses were nationalized. Some time later (after the fall of the USSR) these were open to the public. It means that today a great many of Moscow’s finest manor houses and palaces are open for touring.

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There are 20 manor houses scattered throughout the city and more than 25 in the area around. But not all of them easily accessible and exploring them often takes a lot of time. I’d recommend focusing on three most popular estates in Moscow that are some 30-minute metro ride away from Kremlin.

Sandwiched between the Moscow River and the Andropov Avenue, Kolomenskoye is a UNESCO site that became a public park in the 1920’s. Once a former royal estate, now it is one of the most tranquil parks in the city with gorgeous views. The Ascension Church, The White Column, and the grounds are a truly grand place to visit.

You could easily spend a full day here, exploring a traditional Russian village (that is, in fact, a market), picnicking by the river, enjoying the Eastern Orthodox church architecture, hiking the grounds as well as and wandering the park and gardens with wildflower meadows, apple orchards, and birch and maple groves. The estate museum showcases Russian nature at its finest year-round.

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If my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow was a family tree, Tsaritsyno Park would probably be the crazy uncle that no-one talks about. It’s a large park in the south of the city of mind-boggling proportions, unbelievable in so many ways, and yet most travelers have never heard of it.

The palace was supposed to be a summer home for Empress Catherine the Great. But since the construction didn’t meet with her approval the palace was abandoned. Since the early 1990’s the palace, the pond, and the grounds have been undergoing renovations. The entire complex is now looking brighter and more elaborately decorated than at possibly any other time during its history. Like most parks in Moscow, you can visit Tsaritsyno free of charge, but there is a small fee if you want to visit the palace.

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Last, but by no means least on my Moscow itinerary is Kuskovo Park . This is definitely an off-the-beaten-path place. While it is not easily accessible, you will be rewarded with a lack of crowds. This 18th-century summer country house of the Sheremetev family was one of the first summer country estates of the Russian nobility. And when you visit you’ll quickly realize why locals love this park.

Like many other estates, Kuskovo has just been renovated. So there are lovely French formal garden, a grotto, and the Dutch house to explore. Make sure to plan your itinerary well because the estate is some way from a metro station.

Day 6 – Explore the Golden Ring

Creating the Moscow itinerary may keep you busy for days with the seemingly endless amount of things to do. Visiting the so-called Golden Ring is like stepping back in time. Golden Ring is a “theme route” devised by promotion-minded journalist and writer Yuri Bychkov.

Having started in Moscow the route will take you through a number of historical cities. It now includes Suzdal, Vladimir, Kostroma, Yaroslavl and Sergiev Posad. All these awe-inspiring towns have their own smaller kremlins and feature dramatic churches with onion-shaped domes, tranquil residential areas, and other architectural landmarks.

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I only visited two out of eight cities included on the route. It is a no-brainer that Sergiev Posad is the nearest and the easiest city to see on a day trip from Moscow. That being said, you can explore its main attractions in just one day. Located some 70 km north-east of the Russian capital, this tiny and overlooked town is home to Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, UNESCO Site.

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Sergiev Posad is often described as being at the heart of Russian spiritual life. So it is uncommon to see the crowds of Russian pilgrims showing a deep reverence for their religion. If you’re traveling independently and using public transport, you can reach Sergiev Posad by bus (departs from VDNKh) or by suburban commuter train from Yaroslavskaya Railway Station (Bahnhof). It takes about one and a half hours to reach the town.

Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius is a great place to get a glimpse of filling and warming Russian lunch, specifically at the “ Gostevaya Izba ” restaurant. Try the duck breast, hearty potato and vegetables, and the awesome Napoleon cake.

Day 7 – Gorky Park, Izmailovo Kremlin, Patriarch’s Ponds

Metro Station: Park Kultury or Oktyabrskaya on Circle Line / Partizanskaya on Dark Blue Line / Pushkinskaya on Dark Green Line

Gorky Park is in the heart of Moscow. It offers many different types of outdoor activities, such as dancing, cycling, skateboarding, walking, jogging, and anything else you can do in a park. Named after Maxim Gorky, this sprawling and lovely park is where locals go on a picnic, relax and enjoy free yoga classes. It’s a popular place to bike around, and there is a Muzeon Art Park not far from here. A dynamic location with a younger vibe. There is also a pier, so you can take a cruise along the river too.

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The Kremlin in Izmailovo is by no means like the one you can find near the Red Square. Originally built for decorative purposes, it now features the Vernissage flea market and a number of frequent fairs, exhibitions, and conferences. Every weekend, there’s a giant flea market in Izmailovo, where dozens of stalls sell Soviet propaganda crap, Russian nesting dolls, vinyl records, jewelry and just about any object you can imagine. Go early in the morning if you want to beat the crowds.

All the Bulgakov’s fans should pay a visit to Patriarch’s Ponds (yup, that is plural). With a lovely small city park and the only one (!) pond in the middle, the location is where the opening scene of Bulgakov’s novel Master and Margarita was set. The novel is centered around a visit by Devil to the atheistic Soviet Union is considered by many critics to be one of the best novels of the 20th century. I spent great two hours strolling the nearby streets and having lunch in the hipster cafe.

Conclusion and Recommendations

To conclude, Moscow is a safe city to visit. I have never had a problem with getting around and most locals are really friendly once they know you’re a foreigner. Moscow has undergone some serious reconstruction over the last few years. So you can expect some places to be completely different. I hope my one week Moscow itinerary was helpful! If you have less time, say 4 days or 5 days, I would cut out day 6 and day 7. You could save the Golden Ring for a separate trip entirely as there’s lots to see!

What are your thoughts on this one week Moscow itinerary? Are you excited about your first time in the city? Let me know in the comments below!

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24 comments.

Ann Snook-Moreau

Moscow looks so beautiful and historic! Thanks for including public transit information for those of us who don’t like to rent cars.

MindTheTravel

Yup, that is me 🙂 Rarely rent + stick to the metro = Full wallet!

Mariella Blago

Looks like you had loads of fun! Well done. Also great value post for travel lovers.

Thanks, Mariella!

I have always wanted to go to Russia, especially Moscow. These sights look absolutely beautiful to see and there is so much history there!

Agree! Moscow is a thousand-year-old city and there is definitely something for everyone.

Tara Pittman

Those are amazing buildings. Looks like a place that would be amazing to visit.

Adriana Lopez

Never been to Moscow or Russia but my family has. Many great spots and a lot of culture. Your itinerary sounds fantastic and covers a lot despite it is only a short period of time.

What was their favourite thing about Russia?

Gladys Parker

I know very little about Moscow or Russia for the\at matter. I do know I would have to see the Red Square and all of its exquisite architectural masterpieces. Also the CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE SAVIOUR. Thanks for shedding some light on visiting Moscow.

Thanks for swinging by! The Red Square is a great starting point, but there way too many places and things to discover aside from it!

Ruthy @ Percolate Kitchen

You are making me so jealous!! I’ve always wanted to see Russia.

Moscow is in my bucket list, I don’t know when I can visit there, your post is really useful. As a culture rich place we need to spend at least week.

DANA GUTKOWSKI

Looks like you had a great trip! Thanks for all the great info! I’ve never been in to Russia, but this post makes me wanna go now!

Wow this is amazing! Moscow is on my bucket list – such an amazing place to visit I can imagine! I can’t wait to go there one day!

The building on the second picture looks familiar. I keep seeing that on TV.

Reesa Lewandowski

What beautiful moments! I always wish I had the personality to travel more like this!

Perfect itinerary for spending a week in Moscow! So many places to visit and it looks like you had a wonderful time. I would love to climb that tower. The views I am sure must have been amazing!

I was lucky enough to see the skyline of Moscow from this TV Tower and it is definitely mind-blowing.

Chelsea Pearl

Moscow is definitely up there on my travel bucket list. So much history and iconic architecture!

Thumbs up! 🙂

Blair Villanueva

OMG I dream to visit Moscow someday! Hope the visa processing would be okay (and become more affordable) so I could pursue my dream trip!

Yup, visa processing is the major downside! Agree! Time and the money consuming process…

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