Tuesday, January 3, 2012

New Years Eve 2012–There’s No Place Like Manila

London is known for having the most prestigious firework displays.  The New York Times Square for their count down, but when it comes to pure “fire-cracking joy” There’s no place like Manila!

Apart from the real big deal firework displays and countdowns on major cities and establishments, about 5 to 6 out of 10 houses have their own set of firecrackers and fireworks.  Try to be in any streets in Manila during New  Year’s eve and you will have the ultimate experience of being in a war-like zone.  It is thunderously loud, ear drum-breaking, nerve wracking, insanely noisy and freaking smoke-polluted out there on New Year’s eve!  The noisier the merrier!

Here's one YouTube video showing how Manila looks like on New Year’s Eve!
Manila looks like Baghdad on New Years Eve

Some more videos during New Year’s Eve in Manila where official fireworks and countdowns are held.
Mall of Asia Fireworks hosted by Philippine TV Network GMA 7
Ayala corner Makati Avenue
Rizal Park / Luneta

As the fun-loving Filipinos would jokingly say "You might not find Noche Buena foods in the table, but ahoy! there’s a firecracker in the house!”
HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone!
An optimist stays up until midnight to see the New Year in. A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves. Bill Vaughan

2 comments:

  1. I love MANILA....great day 4U and family..from INDONESIA with love.

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  2. @ICAH BANJARMASIN
    glad to know u love Manila :) hanks for your visit my friend :) Have a great year ahead!

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