The Empire State Building shines green and yellow to celebrate South Africa’s participation in London
The Empire State Building (ESB) will celebrate nations competing in London by illuminating each of the four sides of its famed tower lights – north, south, east and west – in the colors of participating countries’ flags.
On Monday, July 30, 2012, the Empire State Building will shine its iconic tower lights in green and yellow on the south side of the building to honor South Africa’s participation.
To find out which countries are being honored each night, please visit: www.esbnyc.com.
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Contact: Edelman Public Relations
Jessica Redling, 212-277-3773
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