One of the most anticipated moments on New Year’s Eve is the fireworks display. In several countries around the world, fireworks displays are held in city centers and open spaces where crowds gather to countdown to the new year. This attraction is not only a tradition but also a tourist attraction.

Here are some of the world’s iconic fireworks displays managed by local authorities :

1. Ras Al Khaimah, Uni Emirat Arab

Ras Al Khaimah is gearing up to host the world’s largest fireworks display this year. Featuring more than 2,300 drones and illuminated lasers, the display symbolizes the strength, renewal, and progressive spirit of Ras Al Khaimah. Lasting for 15 minutes at midnight, the fireworks display will stretch six kilometers from Al Marjan to Al Hamra. Before that, there will be another fireworks display at 8 p.m., over the Corniche Al Qawasim, which is perfect for families with children.

2. Doors Dubai Mall

One of the most spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks displays is also held in Dubai. It features a 360-degree pyrotechnic display that encircles the world’s largest building, the Burj Khalifa. The fireworks are complemented by a laser show, music, and dazzling reflections on the Dubai Fountain. For the best views of the fireworks, secure a table on the terraces at Doors Dubai Mall, Atlantis The Palm, and Bluewaters Island.

3. Rio De Janeiro, Brasil

New Year’s Eve celebrations in Rio de Janeiro are more than just fireworks. They begin with the festive Réveillon celebrations that begin at sunset on December 31st. Brazilians gather dressed in white, symbolizing purity and spiritual renewal at the start of the new year. As the clock strikes midnight, spectacular fireworks are launched, lighting up the sky, crisscrossing the streets, and effortlessly reflecting off the waves of Copacabana Beach.

4. Sungai Thames, London

As Big Ben announces the chime of midnight, the London skyline fills with a melody of colorful fireworks and music, set against iconic backdrops like the Houses of Parliament and St. Paul’s Cathedral. A dazzling display of lights is launched from the London Eye, and firework projectiles soar down the River Thames. For the best view of the fireworks, book a riverside room at a nearby hotel. You can also take a London cruise.

5. Paris, Prancis

The Paris fireworks display centers around the Champs-Elysées, one of the world’s most iconic avenues. The combination of fireworks, light projections, and music creates a festive atmosphere. From the music and light animation at the Arc de Triomphe to the exhilarating countdown starting at 11:59 PM, a spectacular eight-minute fireworks display welcomes the new year.