FIREWORKS: Unexpected Origins & Fun Traditions

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FIREWORKS: Unexpected Origins & Fun Traditions. Fireworks, in many parts of the world, no celebration is complete without a round of these colorful and creative pyro technique but why were they invented? From how to help your pet during fireworks to the best and largest celebrations and competitions, here are the most fascinating things about fireworks.


#12 Getting All Fired Up!
Where did it all start? in the beginning of time, the first pyro technique was actually a bonfire… it sounds simple and not to spectacular, but Sweden may change your mind. Being that Sweden was known in olden times as the land of trolls, witches and elves, very large bonfires started as a celebratory tradition in the 18th century called Walpurgis nights or in Swedish “valborgsmässoafton”

#11 Of Dragons and Fire!
You cannot miss the opportunity to hear of one of the most breathtaking festivals around the world. Dragons, lanterns flowers and of course fireworks! China, The mother of all the fireworks celebrations, should be at the top of your bucket list of festivals especially if you go during their new year’s...

#10 A Bright Mistake
So although bonfires have been since for pretty much ever, why did fireworks were made and when? Legends say that china was the first to concoct the firery mixture. About 2000 years ago a Chinese cook was working on a field kitchen when he by accident mixed commonly found ingredients such as charcoal, sulfur and saltpepper and when he ignited it, it caught on fire more than he expected! Later the mixture became more
#9 Hired For The Job
#8 The New York Style
#7 Midsummer Nights
#6 A Different Idea Of Fun
#5 Disney Goes All Out
#4 Illuminating the Sky!!
#3 The Price Of Celebrating
#2 Firework Therapy For Your Pet
#1 Superstition Galore!

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