Fireworks display
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- Fireworks redirects here. For the individual items that make up a fireworks display, see Firework
A fireworks event (also called a fireworks display or fireworks show) is a spectacular display of the effects created by firework devices on various occasions. Fireworks events are often used during holidays. Fireworks competitions are also regularly held at a number of places.
[change] History
Fireworks originated in China (206 BC–AD 220) and produced the loud sound (known as Chinese: "Bian pao") that was intended to frighten evil spirits. In the Northern and Southern Dynasties (AD 420–581) the firecrackers were used not only to keep evil away but also to pray for happiness and prosperity.
[change] See Also
[change] Other websites
- International Fireworks Web
- Tips on Fireworks Safety, Dos and donots
- How Fireworks work
- Fireworks photography tutorial
- The Pyrotechnics Guild International, an independent worldwide nonprofit organization of amateur and professional fireworks enthusiasts.
- About.com The Chemistry of Firework Colors
- How consumer fireworks work
- A pyrowiki on pyrotechics
- Tarragona International Fireworks Competition, Spain
- The Fireworks Channel - Amazing Fireworks Videos and Photos from Around the World