WATCH: Burj Khalifa lights up for Diwali; sends message of joy and peace

Emaar, the company behind the iconic tower, shared a video of the event on Instagram, captioning it, “Celebrating the Festival of Lights at the #BurjKhalifa! May this Diwali bring joy, prosperity, and peace to all.”

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The video has garnered over 700,000 views and has attracted more than 700 comments. Many online users praised the considerate tribute to Diwali displayed by the Burj Khalifa.

One user wrote, “Watching the Burj Khalifa light up for Diwali fills me with pride. Living in the UAE means being part of a place where every culture is respected and celebrated. It’s beautiful to see how this country brings us all together. Wishing everyone a bright and happy Diwali!”

Another user said, “The Burj Khalifa lighting up to wish everyone a Happy Diwali is a spectacular sight.” A third user said, “Tallest building in the world wishing happy diwali? That’s pretty cool. Dubai’s got it going on.”

Recently, the Consulate General of India in New York shared a mesmerising video of the One World Trade Center lighting up in vibrant colours for the festival. The iconic building shone brightly, adorned with traditional diyas, creating a breathtaking tribute.