Get ready to be dazzled! 🎉 This Wednesday evening (Jan 21), Nanjing in mainland China officially kicked off the 40th Qinhuai Lantern Festival at Bailuzhou Park. If you’ve ever snapped pics of Diwali diyas in India or floated a krathong during Thailand’s Loy Krathong, you’ll feel right at home in this sea of lights.
Stretching along the famous Qinhuai River, the festival features around 390 lantern installations—think gigantic glowing dragons, floating lotus blooms, and interactive light sculptures. 🏮✨ From tech-inspired LED shows to traditional silk lanterns, there’s a perfect spot for your next profile pic.
But it’s not just about lights. There are over 200 cultural activities lined up, from folk music performances to hands-on paper-cutting workshops. It’s like a month-long cultural carnival—running through March 31, so you’ve got plenty of time to explore.
Feeling international? Overseas exhibition zones in the Netherlands and France are bringing the festive vibes to Europe, showing how creativity and community shine across borders. 🌍
With a history of more than 1,700 years, the Qinhuai Lantern Festival is officially recognized as a national-level intangible cultural heritage of mainland China—a testament to how ancient traditions can glow in today’s world. Whether you’re into art, culture, or just love chasing epic light reveals, this festival is a must-see.
Let the lantern magic inspire your next adventure! 🚀
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