Fireworks over Brandenburg Gate to mark 2010 start

Updated at: 0640 PST, Friday, January 01, 2010

BERLIN: Around one million people gathered in central Berlin on Thursday (December 31) to take part in a street party and see the fireworks display above the landmark Brandenburg Gate welcoming the new year 2010.Multicoloured fireworks illuminated the area crowded with Berliners and tourists attending the street party.Giant video screens beamed images of pop stars while party tents and food stalls catered to revellers, many of whom expected to party into the small hours.As the lights went out the well wishers expressed their hopes and dreams for the new year."First of all good health, happiness and above all love. Thats all that is needed," Matthias Hojer said."Lots of fun and less homework," said Noemi, a young reveller from Munich.