It's the Tribute in Light for 9/11 Tribute In Light! ๐
๐น๐The Tribute in Light is a spectacular art installation made up of 88 powerful searchlights. These lights are divided into two groups and installed on a parking lot pedestal near the World Trade Center site (9/11 Memorial Plaza). As night falls, they are all turned on at the same time, forming two huge blue beams of light that shoot straight into the night sky and can be seen from up to 60 miles away. ๐ The two beams symbolize the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center (North Tower and South Tower) that were destroyed. ๐น๐The image of the beams piercing through the clouds represents hope, rebirth, and the immortality of the spirits of those who perished. It signifies that although the physical buildings were destroyed, the memories and souls live on forever. ๐ซ The Tribute in Light is not just an art installation; it is a powerful public symbol and a collective mourning ritual. ๐น๐ In the simplest yet most striking formโlightโit expresses deep remembrance for the nearly 3,000 victims and pays the highest tribute to the survivors, first responders, and the entire community that emerged from the tragedy. ๐๐ #TributeInLight #911Memorial #HopeAndResilience ๐น๐