Jerusalem recently hosted a pioneering laser show, lighting up its skies with a fusion of sound and color, a global first in entertainment. Sponsored by the Tourism and Jerusalem and Heritage ministries, the project was brought to life by the Jerusalem Development Authority and the city's municipality.
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The show paid homage to Jerusalem's rich history and cultural diversity, offering spectators a mesmerizing experience from the Armon Hanatziv Promenade.
Crafted to be environmentally friendly, the event employed advanced audio systems and remote-controlled lasers that met strict ecological standards, ensuring a spectacular display without harming the environment.
Tourism Minister Haim Katz said, "Jerusalem is a major tourist destination and in recent years we have invested over 400 million NIS (~$109,236,342) to improve the tourist experience in the city. The lights project and all the planned development around Armon Hanatziv and the ridge area will bring significant traffic to the city. The unique story of the capital of Israel will be presented to visitors and will connect culture, history, and technology. I invite the general public to freshen up, strengthen domestic tourism in Jerusalem and enjoy a spectacular show."
Jerusalem and Heritage Minister Meir Porush said, "The project we are inaugurating now is another fine fruit of our collaboration with the Jerusalem Development Authority, the Ministry of Tourism, and the Jerusalem Municipality. When we complete the other parts of the project, this place will become a magnificent Jerusalem tourist gem."
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion said, "The new tourism project we are launching in Jerusalem is another part of the hard work we are investing in Jerusalem to welcome tourists again. I believe that this spectacular project will become one of the leading tourist attractions in the capital and I am inviting all the people of Israel to come and enjoy Jerusalem."
The event's narrative was rich, revolving around themes of light, peace, and harmony, celebrating Jerusalem's unique story through a captivating auditory and visual performance that resonated with audiences, symbolizing a hopeful journey towards peace and unity in the city.