One of the Most Anticipated New Year Countdown Celebrations in Asia

One of the Most Anticipated New Year Countdown Celebrations in Asia: “Pyromusical” over Hong Kong’s Iconic Victoria Harbour to bring in 2017; 2016.12.31 00:52 涝仿

<p> </p><p><strong>全尼 候配府酒 亲俊 祁媚瘤绰 酒抚促款 2017 脚斥嘎捞 阂采 具版  </strong><br></p><p> </p><p>On New Year’s Eve (31 December), the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will stage a “Pyromusical”, harmonising fireworks, pyrotechnics, lighting effects and music over the iconic Victoria Harbour and the city’s breathtaking skyline to bring in 2017. This year, the show will be extended from 8 to 10 minutes, with new firework patterns of stars and butterflies on display, creating a symbol of hope and joy. </p><p></p><p>When the clock strikes midnight, the numerals 2017 will be displayed on the façade of the unique wing-shaped landmark – the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre – with fascinating fireworks and pyrotechnics launched concurrently from the waterfront and from the tops of surrounding skyscrapers on Hong Kong Island. As the perfect climax to the show, Victoria Harbour will be illuminated by special lighting effects, based on the concept of northern lights, after the grand finale of glitters and sparks. Prior to the show, at 10pm, a newly added street party with live performances will be hosted at the Tsim Sha Tsui Pier to hike up the ambience. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><a href="ftp://NYCD2016-b:445566@ftpsvr01.hktb.com/Press%20release/Photo_ceremony%20gimmick.jpg"><u><font color="#0066cc">Photo_ceremony gimmick.jpg</font></u></a><br> </p><table width="680" align="center" class="center" id="news_image"><tbody><tr><td><img width="680" align="absmiddle" src="http://itaewonnews.com/PEG/14831140368380.png"></td></tr></tbody></table><p> Dr Peter Lam, HKTB Chairman (left) and Mrs Ann Kung, Deputy Chief Executive of Bank of China (Hong Kong) (right), officiate at the “BOCHK Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations” press conference.<br></p><p> </p><table width="680" align="center" class="center" id="news_image"><tbody><tr><td><img width="680" align="absmiddle" src="http://itaewonnews.com/PEG/14831140092500.png"></td></tr></tbody></table><p> (from left) Mr Wilson Mao, Chief Executive Officer of Pyromagic Multi-media<br>Productions Limited; Ms Monica Lee-Müller, Managing Director of the Hong Kong<br>Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Limited; Dr Peter Lam, HKTB<br>Chairman; Mrs Ann Kung, Deputy Chief Executive of Bank of China (Hong Kong); and<br>Mr Anthony Lau, HKTB Executive Director.<br></p><p> </p><p><a href="ftp://NYCD2016-b:445566@ftpsvr01.hktb.com/Firework%20Photos/"><b><u><font color="#0066cc">Firework Photos</font></u></b></a></p><table width="700" align="center" class="center" id="news_image"><tbody><tr><td><img width="700" align="absmiddle" src="http://itaewonnews.com/PEG/14831125845156.png"></td></tr></tbody></table><p> The 10-minute pyrotechnic musical will kick off when the clock strikes midnight. The<br>numerals 2017 will be displayed on the façade of the Hong Kong Convention and<br>Exhibition Centre, with fireworks and pyrotechnics launched concurrently.</p><p> </p><table width="700" align="center" class="center" id="news_image"><tbody><tr><td><img width="700" align="absmiddle" src="http://itaewonnews.com/PEG/14831126275697.png"></td></tr></tbody></table><p> “Shooting stars” will be launched every 15 minutes from 11:00pm onwards from the<br>rooftops of six participating buildings on Hong Kong Island. The shooting stars represent<br>good wishes for happiness, health, fortune and wealth.</p><p> </p><p><a href="ftp://NYCD2016-b:445566@ftpsvr01.hktb.com/Best%20Vantage%20points/"><b><u><font color="#0066cc">Best Vantage points</font></u></b></a></p><table width="700" align="center" class="center" id="news_image"><tbody><tr><td><img width="700" align="absmiddle" src="http://itaewonnews.com/PEG/14831126420731.png"></td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><p> </p><p>BOCHK Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations 2017 - Satellite Feed  (HK Time 31/12/2016 23:55 to 24:10 (GMT 1555 - 1610)  </p><p>To share the excitement with global TV audience, the HKTB will provide satellite feed of the entire event for use by television broadcasters worldwide as the clock strikes midnight. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>