People across India are celebrating Diwali by decorating their homes with lights, diyas and candles and soaking in the festive vibe on the occasion. While the festive decorations look beautiful from the ground,
a pilot has shared a glimpse of how a city looked from thousands of feet above.
In a video shared on Instagram, pilot Pradeep Krishnan captured Chennai from the window of his aircraft. The city’s neighbourhoods were seen glowing with thousands of lights shining across the landscape, creating a spectacular sight against the dark night sky as people prepared to celebrate Diwali.
Unlike the usual glimpses of festive decorations and celebrations captured from the streets, the aerial footage offered a different view of Chennai’s preparations for the festival. The lit-up buildings, roads and residential areas came together to create a spectacular view worth remembering. “POV: Diwali from above” was written on the video.
Sharing the views from above, Krishnan extended his festive greetings with a simple caption: “Happy Deepavali” and added, “Last frame is CG! Shot on ground outside the cockpit using the 8x.”
Internet Loves The View Of Chennai From Above
Since he posted the clip, it has garnered over 7.5 million views, with people swooning over the spectacular view, many of whom appreciated the rare opportunity to see Chennai illuminated from the sky. Several viewers also joined the pilot in extending their Diwali wishes.
“OMG thanks for posting this beautiful view; it’s supercalofragilisticecpialidocious,” wrote an excited person.
Another quipped, “Chennai is beautiful during Diwali; the only other city equal in beauty for Diwali is London. Iykyk.”
“Wow, what a fantastic view,” an individual commented.
“Thanks for this beautiful view,” a different person said.
“I wish next year Deepavali can be celebrated in South India,” a user mentioned.
Meanwhile, someone shared, “Landing in Mumbai on Runway 09/27 on the days of Deepawali is a sight to behold!!!”
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is among India’s most widely celebrated festivals. Marking the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, the festival is traditionally observed by lighting diyas, decorating homes with rangolis, exchanging sweets and spending time with family and friends. This year, Diwali is being celebrated on Sunday, November 8.
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