A stunning light show featuring 10,000 drones made its debut in the sky over Shenzhen Talent Park in Nanshan District on Sept. 26, dazzling residents with a mesmerizing blend of high technology and art.
The drone light show also set two Guinness World records: one for the most drones controlled by a single computer at the same time, and the other for the most drones involved in a light show, according to the event organizer.
Titled “City in the Sky, with Great Possibilities,” the show started at around 8:30 p.m. when thousands of drones slowly took to the air, breaking the silence of the night. The enchanting and vibrant displays attracted many residents and tourists, who eagerly captured images of the drones forming various patterns celebrating Shenzhen, including a roc spreading its wings and iconic city landmarks.
Drones form the pattern of a roc spreading its wings in the sky at a drone show at the Shenzhen Talent Park in Nanshan District on Sept. 26. Photos by Liu Xudong
The drones lit up the night sky, showcasing Shenzhen as a hub of technology and futurism, embodying the theme of the “City in the Sky.”
Residents were full of praise for the performance.“It was really impressive, and the formations of the drones were so creative,” said a man who gave only his family name Dai.
Another resident, who identified himself as Zhu, gave a thumbs-up when discussing the elements presented in the light performance. He said that the chosen patterns loudly symbolized what Shenzhen represents. “This show is what Shenzhen is all about.”
Drones form patterns and slogans in the sky at last night's show.
Many residents expressed a desire to see the show again during the upcoming National Day holiday, calling it “spectacular.”According to the organizer, drone shows will be staged at five different locations for seven consecutive days during the National Day holiday to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, adding to the festive atmosphere in the city.The drone performances, each lasting between 10 and 15 minutes, will take place in turn at five locations in five districts from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. between Oct. 1 and 7.The show will start at Bijia Mountainl Sports Park in Futian District at 8 p.m., followed by performances at Donghu Park in Luohu District, the Shenzhen Universiade Sports Center in Longgang and the Mission Hills Ecological Sports Community in Longhua District, ending at the Yueliang Bay Plaza in Nan’ao, Dapeng New District, at 9 p.m.Choose a location near you and enjoy the shows. 1. Futian District: Shenzhen Bijia Mountain Sports Park
Recommended location: The camp field (露营地)
Add: Intersection of Huanggang Road and Sungang Road West, Futian District (福田区皇岗路和笋岗西路交叉口东北角笔架山体育公园)
Metro: Line 10 to Donggualing Station (冬瓜岭站), Exit E
2. Luohu District: Donghu Park
Recommended location: The Azalea Garden (杜鹃园）
Add: 4006, Aiguo Road, Huangbei Subdistrict, Luohu District (罗湖区黄贝街道爱国路4006号深圳东湖公园)
Metro: Line 5 to Yijing Station (怡景站), Exit C
3. Longgang District: Shenzhen Universiade Sports Center
Add: Shenzhen Universiade Sports Center, 3001, Longxiang Boulevard, Longgang District (龙岗区龙翔大道3001号深圳大运中心)Metro: Line 16, Universiade Center Station (大运中心站), exits C or D, or Line 3 or 14, Dayun Station (大运站), exit C, with a short walk to the stadium
4. Longhua District: Mission Hills Ecological Sports Center
Recomended location: MH Mall, Mission Hills Centreville (观澜湖新城MH Mall)Add: 8, Gao'erfu Boulevard, Guanlan Subdistrict, Longhua District (龙华区观澜湖街道高尔夫大道8号）Metro: Line 4 to Guanlanhu Station (观澜湖站), exit C
5. Nan'ao District: Yueliang Bay Plaza
Recommended location: Yueliang Bay Plaza (月亮湾广场)Add: Nan'ao Square, Haibin South Road, Longgang District (龙岗区海滨南路南澳广场内）Bus: E11, Yueliangwan Stop (月亮湾公交站）
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