GLAMOROUS FIREWORKS DISPLAY

   

             CEBU SET THE PACE   
        Considering Cebu as the "Queen City of the South" makes every individual living in it so much proud for the title. This can be justified by so many tourist attractions, and be known in the neighboring countries .Booming economy and industrialization becomes dynamic,every year there's so many things to be thankful for, and that calls for a celebration.There's just this thing that really amaze me,on how Cebuano make a countdown during New Years Eve and it seems that it became a practice on having a fireworks display in the uptown area making it more fun to look at. In addition to this,looking forward to another fireworks display are everyone's wish.Well, why do I am saying this?why do fireworks always reflect or tells us, that there are something to celebrate?
      Let us take a glimpse on the history of fireworks.

The earliest documentation of fireworks dates back to 7th century China, where they were invented. The fireworks were used to accompany many festivities. It is a part of the culture of China and had its origin there; eventually it spread to other cultures and societies. The art and science of firework making has developed into an independent profession. In China, pyrotechnicians were respected for their knowledge of complex techniques in mounting firework displays. (Wikipedia)

       Fireworks are a class of explosive pyrotechnics devices used for aesthetic, cultural, and religious purposes. The most common use of a firework is as part of a fireworks display. A fireworks event (also called a fireworks show or pyrotechnic) is a display of the effects produced by firework devices. Fireworks competitions are also regularly held at a number of places. Fireworks take many forms to produce the four primary effects: noise, light, smoke and floating materials (confetti  for example). They may be designed to burn with flames and sparks of many colors, typically red, orange,yellow, green, blue, purple, and silver. Displays are common throughout the world and are the focal point of many cultural and religious celebration.

       I must say that, spending or making a count down before midnight would be more fun in the uptown area, specifically at Crown Regency Hotel, Marco Polo Hotel or in Ayala Cebu. It's been consistent for let say, more than 2 years to have this count down, which draw so many viewers (it may be a couple, a group of friends, a family)because of its glamour.I remember the song " Cebu City lights"it makes me realize how beautiful Cebu is, with the lights of it,plus the fireworks that makes it more appealing. What's with the color red?the color yellow?the color orange?it is not with the color, but it is for the fact that people enjoyed  watching it, as it brings new hope.With the blessings that the city received there's nothing else to ask for,and the celebration goes to everyone for another year of development and progress  As part of cultural believe, and as Cebu sets the pace, we invite you all to witness this culture, don't miss this chance block your calendar on December 31 to make a count down on New Year's Eve.

     

photos: courtesy of my brother-Mark Anthony Gelig