AFRICA AND THE MIDDLE EAST
streets, squares, popular neighbourhoods and hotspots are illuminated in an artistic fashion, during what will be the 13th year celebration, of the Festival of Lights. During these ten days, the glittering metropolis will act as a platform for artists to display meaningful messages, ideas and stories, bringing unto focus the local culture. Apart from partaking as an onlooker, various events held throughout the city allow visitors to create their own art through various mediums such as photography, painted glass slides, backstage tour and interaction with known artists. festival-of-lights.de/en
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