Hi,
Singapore celebrated its 43rd birthday on Sat 9 Aug, it is know as our Nation Day celebration locally.
For the past 2 years, we have held it on a floating pontoon in the Marina Bay. The marches by the uniform bodies, entertainment by local performers and schools. As usual, ending with some spectacular fireworks.
Here are some photos to give you an idea of the festivities that late afternoon leading into the night :
The floating pontoon is in front of the 2 big buildings and the Singapore Flyer ( like a huge ferris wheel is in the background ). You can also see the parachutists coming down in the background.
The activities started around 5 pm and ended at 9 pm with the spectacular fireworks.
The helicopters carrying our country flag in a fly past over the bay with the financial buildings as the background.
It is also known as the National Day Parade ( NDP ) as shown in the advertisement above.
Here is a photo of my son ( taken 4 years ago ) when he attended the NDP in the stadium with his classmates, all in red as it is the colour of our flag.
A very good photo taken by his teacher.
The family watches the NDP on TV 'Live' every year as you need to queue or ballot for the limited tickets available to see it on site.
Happy 43rd Birthday, Singapore! We love YOU..!
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