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River of Light: Liverpool waterfront light show 'wakes up city'

This year's theme is Rhythm of the Light

An art trail on Liverpool's waterfront has returned after being cancelled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The River of Light trail showcases 12 illuminated installations in a 2km (1.2 miles) walking trail created by local, national and international artists.

This year's theme is Rhythm of the Light with each artwork inspired by the relationship between the city, music and light.

The lights shine each evening until 7 December.

Claire McColgan, director of Culture Liverpool, said: "It feels like the city's really woken up, it feels like Liverpool is back."

PA Media "Dance Together" by Helen Swan and Chris CarrPA Media
Dance Together is described as a celebration of club culture
PA Media "Liverpool, Love of My Life" by Chila Kumari BurmanPA Media
Liverpool Love of My Life is a celebration of the artist's home city
PA Media "Trumpet Flowers"PA Media
Trumpet Flowers illuminate and play a trumpet sound when a button is pushed
PA Media "The Pool" which is part of the River of Light Trail in LiverpoolPA Media
The Pool is part of the River of Light trail
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