❄️ Ready for a winter wonderland? The 40th Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Art Festival kicked off on January 15 in Beijing, and it's like stepping into a scene from the classic Chinese animated film "The Monkey King: Havoc in Heaven." 🐒✨
Huge ice sculptures recreate legendary moments—from the Monkey King's epic battles to the shimmering gates of the Heavenly Palace. Blending animation nostalgia with cutting-edge lighting tech, this festival bathes the gorge in dazzling colors every night. 🌌💡
Stroll through crystal-clear ice tunnels, admire glowing lanterns, and watch movie magic come to life in frozen form. It's a feast for the eyes and an epic backdrop for photography. 📸❄️
Travelers from South and Southeast Asia looking for a chilly cultural escape can experience this frozen festival at Longqing Gorge. 🧣☕️
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Monkey King–inspired ice world lights up Beijing's Longqing Gorge
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