Fireworks Blog

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most vibrant and celebrated festivals in India and around the world. Symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, Diwali brings joy, unity, and a magical glow to every corner of the country. One of the most breathtaking aspects of this celebration is the spectacular display of fireworks that light up the night sky. The History and Date of Diwali Diwali has its roots in ancient Hindu mythology and traditions, with stories varying across regions and cultures. The most popular narrative is from the Hindu epic, Ramayana , where Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama, his wife Sita, and his brother Lakshmana to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and the defeat of the demon king Ravana. The people of Ayodhya celebrated their return by lighting rows of lamps, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. In other traditions, Diwali is associated with the goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. It is...

Diwali is an Indian religious festival celebrated one time in the year between mid-october and mid-november, also known as " The Festival of Lights " that celebrates " the victory of light over darkness, god over evil, and knowledge over ignorance ". During Diwali, people wear their finest clothes, illuminate their homes with oil lamps and, of course, light Fireworks ! Talking about Diwali and India, I remembered an Indian Firework type I have seen on Youtube some years ago called " Tubri ". Tubri is a terracota / clay fireworks fountain filled with a black powder like composition that makes a really high column of sparks, sometimes something around 70 feet high. A Tubri fountain (image from https://ruralindiaonline.org/articles/the-tubri-competition/ ) In the video below, the guy shows the simple but interesting process of making a Tubri : Besides the "normal" Tubri, there is also the "Flying Tubri", I think the e...