Each country has its own way of celebrating the arrival of the new year. […]
Each country has its own way of celebrating the arrival of the new year. There are those who skip seven waves, those who eat grapes at the twelfth bell before New Year’s Eve and there are even those who keep pomegranate seeds in their wallet or don’t give up lentils for dinner on December 31st.
But nothing can replace the tradition of fireworks to celebrate the new year.
In this post, the guided tour company Civitatis has selected 10 of the most incredible New Year’s Eve fireworks displays around the world.
FIRE SHOWS NEW YEAR’S EVE ALL OVER THE WORLD
10. Hong Kong (China)
In this autonomous Chinese territory, every day feels like New Year’s Eve.
The destination is known for multimedia entertainment Symphony of lights (“Symphony of Lights”, in Portuguese) which takes place every day in more than 40 buildings, around Victoria Harbour.
So it’s no wonder that fireworks are one of the most amazing shows of the New Year. Furthermore, China is also the country where fireworks were invented.
9. Koh Phangan (Thailand)
Known to be busy Full Moon Festival (“Full Moon Party,” in Portuguese), Koh Pha Ngan, an island in southeastern Thailand, is the ideal destination for a fun evening on Sunset Beach.
Interestingly, although Christmas is not celebrated in the country, according to Christian tradition, the region has joined the New Year celebrations due to the large number of tourists wanting a different experience.
8. Paris (France)
The French capital could not be missing from this list of addresses to celebrate the arrival of the new year.
From 10pm onwards, you can watch a projection on the walls of the Arc de Triomphe, a sound and light show followed by an explosion of fireworks visible from the Champs Elysées.
As with all celebrations of this size, try to arrive early, as venues with good views are highly sought after.
7. Rome (Italy)
In the Eternal City, fireworks illuminate the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
Furthermore, the streets of Rome are full of parties and Piazza del Popolo is the ideal place for a fun evening. As New Year approaches, more and more people gather in the square, where it is possible to enjoy the show.
6. Las Vegas (United States)
The busy and tireless city becomes even more special as the new year arrives.
It is during this time that people come out in costume to the streets, to the party on Fremont Street, and the fireworks are displayed with more than 80,000 rockets launched from seven different points in the city.
5. London (England)
Big Ben marks the start of the new year and then begins the fireworks display that lights up the English capital.
It is possible to enjoy the show from different points, such as from the London Eye, a Ferris wheel over 130 meters high. Another option is to watch it on a Thames cruise.
4. Sydney (Australia)
Its position ensures Australia will be the first country in the world to say goodbye to 2023.
Sydney features a fireworks display around Darling Harbor and the Opera House, the theme of which varies each year.
But the best news is that winter clothing is not necessary, as summer temperatures are high and ideal for enjoying the show outdoors in the viewpoints, squares and parks.
3. Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
Not only is Copacabana flooded with light and color, but the entire coast takes part in this popular spectacle with musical activities on the beach.
To start the year with luck, you need to follow tradition: skip the seven waves and invest in a white look.
2. Valencia (Spain)
Famous for its ancient tradition of fireworks, this Spanish city is home to the Fallas com mascletà, which consists of fireworks and firecrackers being launched into the sky.
A City of Arts and Sciences it will be illuminated in a special way on the night of December 31st: fireworks will be lit in different points of the city and Valencians will be able to witness a true show of colours.
1. Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
Like the rest of the year, the city is bathed in colour, light and grandeur to celebrate the start of the new year.
At the top of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world at 828 meters high, there is a show of lights and fireworks that illuminates the entire city. You don’t have to pay to watch the show, but you do have to watch it on a first-come, first-serve basis.
There is also the option to view the fireworks from the Burj Khalifa restaurant itself, the experience of which costs 1700 AED (approximately R$2,246).
*This post has no commercial or editorial connection with Civitatis
** With information from Civitatis
Source: Terra
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