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Al Qasba attracts thousands of families for Light Festival fun |
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With the Sharjah Light Festival 2013 being formally inaugurated by H. H. Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, Al Qasba at the Buheirah Corniche is attracting droves of visitors especially families who are flocking to the picturesque area known for its quaint lakeside cafes and restaurants, art galleries and play area for children, to watch the spectacular shows. The Sharjah Ruler showed the green light to the SLF 2013 Thursday evening at a grand and spectacular show at Al Qasba in the presence of a large gathering of dignitaries, foreign diplomats and senior Sharjah government officials and thousands of onlookers. According to the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority which is hosting the festival for the third year, the public response to the light and sound shows has been overwhelming. The theme of the Light Festival show at Al Qasba this year celebrates the close affinity of Sharjah, UAE and the Arabs with sea and ancient seafaring and maritime traditions. The audience was spellbound by the spectacular offering at the opening ceremony with sea waves and huge whales and other sea creatures enveloping the outer walls of Al Qasba. The traditional Emirati songs of the sailors and seafarers in the background added to the magic and atmospherics. Using video loops, light sculptures and latest technology, the artists have created a new universe in three dimensions along the idyllic Al Qasba canal. All shows are free for public and are repeatedly held from 7pm until 11 on weekdays and until 12pm during the weekend. |
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