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IN PHOTOS: ‘Fireflies’ ride through Metro streets

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Thousands of cyclists rode through the streets of Metro Manila on Sunday, November 18, in this year's Tour of the Fireflies

FIREFLIES ALONG C-5. Cycling enthusiasts participate on the 14th Tour of the Fireflies in Quezon City on November 18, 2012. The event is an annual costumed bicycle ride around Metro Manila promoting alternative modes of transportation while at the same time creating public awareness on the environment. AFP PHOTO/NOEL CELIS

MANILA, Philippines – Thousands of cyclists rode through the streets of Metro Manila on Sunday, November 18, in this year’s Tour of the Fireflies.

The 14th edition of the annual cycling event, which focused on “bicycles for environmentally sustainable transportation,” saw cyclists ride through major thoroughfares in Pasig, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Quezon and Marikina cities.

FOR NATURE. Cycling enthusiasts participate in the 14th Tour of the Fireflies in Manila on November 18, 2012. AFP PHOTO/NOEL CELIS

Tiendesitas in Pasig City served as the starting and finishing point for the event.

Similar events were also held in Baguio City and in Palawan, according to organizers.

CYCLING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. Cycling enthusiasts participate in the 14th Tour of the Fireflies in Manila on November 18, 2012. AFP PHOTO/NOEL CELIS

An estimated 12,000 riders, many also wearing costumes, joined the 38-kilometer ride. A short program, featuring musical acts who also advocate sustainable transportation, capped the event.

Here are some photos from the event, as tweeted by participants and those who saw the event along its route.



From Erben Therese on Instagram (@erbentherese)




From @beends on Instagram 



This was the route participants took:

From www.fireflybrigade.org

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