Giant Chirstmas Tree

Bursts of exploding firecrackers and colorful confetti bring drama to the night sky and excitement to spectators during the inaugural switch-on of lights decorating a giant Christmas tree at Araneta Center in Cubao, Quezon City. AUGUST DELA CRUZ / CONTRIBUTOR

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