In Liuyang, Hunan, a series of spectacular high-altitude fireworks shows, from the weekend displays at the Sky Theater to those on the stages of world-class events, have amazed audiences both at home and abroad. Liuyang fireworks, with their dazzling brilliance, embody "Chinese romance" and illuminate night skies around the globe.

As the world's largest producer and exporter of fireworks and firecrackers, Chinese fireworks are beloved by customers worldwide. According to statistics, Liuyang currently has 431 fireworks and firecracker manufacturing enterprises, with the fireworks industry achieving a total output value of 50.22 billion yuan in 2024. It holds approximately 60% of the domestic market share and accounts for about 70% of the national fireworks exports.

The art of Liuyang fireworks production is among the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage items. However, traditional fireworks and firecrackers are often perceived as lacking high technological content, with limited display methods and effects.

Liuyang's fireworks innovators continue to push boundaries, deeply researching modern presentation forms like "fireworks + drones" and "fireworks + multimedia art." They constantly enhance the quality of displays and technological innovation, creating stunning fireworks shows such as the "Gate of Heaven" and "Blue Meteor Shower."

Beyond technological advancements, Liuyang fireworks are deeply integrating with popular trends such as Guofeng (traditional Chinese style) and film/television IPs. This has sparked a wave of public interest, elevating Liuyang fireworks from mere celebratory consumer goods to a medium for cultural dissemination.

Liuyang fireworks are also continuously "adding value" in terms of safety and quality in fireworks production. In the areas of fireworks safety and environmental protection, Liuyang has achieved over 300 cutting-edge innovations.

According to statistics, in the first four months of this year, Hunan Province's fireworks and firecrackers export value reached 1.38 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 34%. In Liuyang, fireworks have become a "global commodity" shining brightly worldwide. Liuyang's brand influence as the "Fireworks Capital of the World" is continuously growing, and the city's charm, described as "a river of poetry and a city full of fireworks," is constantly enhancing.

From the "beauty of brilliance" primarily focused on single visual impact, to the "beauty of innovation" combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, and then to the "beauty of profound meaning" deeply integrating cultural narratives and values... Liuyang fireworks have evolved from the Tang and Song dynasties to today, allowing traditional art to bloom with enduring charm.