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Top 10 Fireworks Displays Around the World

For Americans, the summer is synonymous with the birth of the nation. Indeed, Independence Day ± or the Fourth of 

July ± is the time of year when the country celebrates its founding. Barbecues and other get-togethers are common

ways to do so, but fireworks displays are definitely the most eye-popping and thrilling ways to say ³happy birthday´ to

the United States. Several dazzling fireworks displays take place in the U.S., but they are popular around the world,

too ± especially for celebrating the new year. Learn more about a few of the most popular fireworks displays around

the world below.

1. National Day ± Singapore:

Every year on August 9, Singapore celebrates its independence from Malaysia with its National Day holiday.

Without a doubt, the Singapore Fireworks Celebrations is the climactic moment of the popular holiday, and

is one of the most elaborate and impressive fireworks displays in the world. Local and foreign fireworks

teams put on shows over several different nights, making this one of the longest-running annual fireworks

displays on the planet.

2. Australia Day ± Australia:

People who want to see a no-holds-barred fireworks display should pencil in Sydney¶s Australia Day

festivities on their calendars. On January 26, the national holiday is celebrated in style in Sydney¶s Darling

Harbour with a fireworks display that is truly extravagant and mesmerizing. At the same time, a delightful

boat parade is held, which adds to the thrill of this monumental event.

3. Malta International Fireworks ± Malta:

Every year around the last week in April, the tiny island nation of Malta puts on one of the most impressive

fireworks displays in the entire world. Several different Maltese fireworks companies ± and many Italian

organizations ± team up to produce this incredible spectacle. Although it hasn¶t been going on for very long,

it has already earned a spot in the top ten fireworks displays in the world.

4. Mt. Rushmore Fireworks ± Mount Rushmore, South Dakota:

Few symbols of the United States are more enduring than the faces that are carved into the side of Mt.

Rushmore. It¶s fitting, then, that one of the most impressive fireworks displays in the U.S. takes place there

each year near Independence Day. Most major cities in America hold fireworks events around the Fourth of 

July, but Mt. Rushmore¶s celebration definitely deserves a place near the top of the list.

5. New Year¶s Eve Fireworks ± Dubai, United Arab Emirates:

The meteoric rise of the thriving city of Dubai has made it a focal point for tourists and travelers from around

the world. The city not only has the world¶s tallest building, but it now puts on one of the most impressive

New Year¶s Eve fireworks displays on the planet. No expense is spared for this phenomenal event; if you

love fireworks, then make it a point to be in Dubai on December 31st.

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6. Reveillon Fireworks Display ± Rio de Janeiro, Brazil:

When it comes to New Year¶s Eve celebrations, Rio de Janeiro is undoubtedly near the top of the list for 

pure energy and fun. Each year, Copacabana Beach lights up with the breathtaking Reveillon fireworks

display. Few fireworks displays in the world can hope to compare to this astonishing effort, which wows

massive crowds without fail every year.

7. Guy Fawkes Night ± England:Every year on November 5, people around the United Kingdom observe Guy Fawkes Night. Also known as

Bonfire Night, it is held to commemorate the failure of a plot to take down London¶s Houses of Parliament;

Guy Fawkes was one of the key conspirators. Fireworks have long been an integral part of the celebrations,

and massive displays can be found in London and other major UK cities.

8. Diwali ± India:

From mid-October to mid-November, people in and around India celebrate Diwali, or the Festival of Lights.

Fireworks displays are a huge part of the revelry; some of the most awe-inspiring and majestic fireworks

displays can be enjoyed during this window of time. If you¶re going to be in India during that time of year,

make it a point to experience a true Diwali fireworks show.

9. Independence Day Fireworks ± Washington, D.C.:Since Independence Day is a holiday that celebrates the founding of America, it¶s only fitting that some of 

the best fireworks displays happen in the U.S. capital of Washington, D.C. Nothing is more inspiring that

watching breathtaking fireworks erupting over the Capitol Building and the Washington Monument amid

thousands of other revelers.

10. New Year¶s Eve Fireworks ± San Francisco, California:

If you¶re going to be in California for New Year¶s Eve, don¶t miss San Francisco¶s topnotch fireworks show

on the waterfront. Gorgeous fireworks light up the sky above the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, creating

memories that are sure to last a lifetime