A dazzling firework show was jointly held over the sea near the Macao Tower and Hengqin Island in Zhuhai to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Macao's return to China. /VCG Photo

The 30-minute show started at 9 p.m. local time when fireworks rocketed into the sky, displaying the number 20 over the sea to mark the 20th anniversary. /VCG Photo

The show featured synchronized fireworks and a light show performed by a formation of 600 drones. /VCG Photo

This is the first time the two cities join hands to hold such an event. /VCG Photo