Plauen Remembers the Start of the Peaceful Revolution - Plauen Marks 33rd Anniversary of DDR Fall with 'Night of Candles' and Candle Handover to Leipzig
This year marks the 33rd anniversary of the peaceful revolution that led to the fall of the DDR. To commemorate this, Plauen is hosting a 'Night of Candles' event on October 7th, honouring the first large demonstration against the SED regime held in the city on that date in 1989. The event aims to keep the spirit of 1989 alive, with a symbolic candle handover from Plauen to Leipzig planned for October 9th during Leipzig's Lichtfest.
The 'Night of Candles' in Plauen will feature a torchlight procession and a video show, showcasing eyewitness testimonials and music. This event is not just a remembrance but also a statement that people can still come together to make a change. The symbolic candle handover from Plauen to Leipzig is a poignant reminder of the beginning of the peaceful revolution that started in Plauen and grew into the major Monday demonstrations in Leipzig. The candle represents the light of hope and peaceful change, connecting the two cities during Leipzig's Lichtfest, which will also see the foundation stone laid for the long-planned Unity and Freedom Monument.
The 'Night of Candles' event in Plauen and the symbolic candle handover to Leipzig serve as a powerful reminder of the power of peaceful protest and unity. As the foundation stone for the Unity and Freedom Monument is laid in Leipzig, it is a testament to the enduring spirit of the events of 1989 and the ongoing commitment to freedom and democracy.
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