Makati Dazzles This Christmas with the Festival of Lights and Light Installations
Experience the dazzling Makati Christmas as the annual Festival of Lights begins in Ayala Triangle Gardens on November 9 running until January 4, 2016 along with the church-themed light installations adorning the city’s major thoroughfares.
A tribute to the Philippines’ rich history and cultural heritage
The streets of the premier city are getting all decked-out and dazzling this holiday season with magnificent light installations replicating centuries-old Philippine Churches from various regions adorning the city’s major thoroughfares. Each church being a historical and cultural landmark, pays tribute to and brings to life the rich traditions and heritage of the Philippines right to the center of the business district.
Be awed and inspired as you behold each of the 10 churches, including the 414-year old Nuestra Senora de Guia in Guadalupe, Makati; the 443-year old Taal Basilica Church in Batangas; the 311-year old Paoay Church in Ilocos Norte; the 419-year old Binondo Church in Manila; the 422-year old Lucban Church in Quezon Province; the 385-year old Barasoain Church in Malolos, Bulacan; the 384-year old St. James the Greater Parish in Dapitan City; the 437-year old Quipayo Church in Camarines Sur; the 435-year old Paete Church in Laguna; and the 419-year old Baclayon Church in Bohol. These replicas will light up Ayala Avenue throughout the festive season.
Present at the launch of streetlights are Mr. Dave Balangue, Mr. Bobby O. Dy, Mr. Jaime Zobel de Ayala, Ms. Patricia Zobel de Ayala, Mr. Fernando Zobel de Ayala and Mr. Manny Blas (Photo from Make It Makati Facebook)
Each light installation captures the architecture of these structural icons, and is beautifully adorned with clusters of parols and capiz décor on palm trees to reinforce the classic Filipino theme. At night, Makati’s streets come alive with a magnificent and stunning showcase of history and tradition that will definitely take your breath away.
Festival of Lights – A Nightly Display of Flashing Lights and Vibrant Music
Another city highlight, the highly-anticipated Festival of Lights at the Ayala Triangle Gardens is another must-see event this Christmas season. The nightly spectacle that will be shown from 6pm to 10pm every 30 minutes is by the award-winning lights and sounds director Voltaire de Jesus and acclaimed musical composers Jazz Nicolas and Mikey Amistoso.
Bring your family and friends and enjoy the season with this dazzling display of culture, heritage, lights, music, and artistry through the city’s vibrant sights, and sounds – a stunning showcase of the Filipino Christmas spirit of holiday warmth, splendour, and cheer.
Source: http://www.ayalaland.com.ph
