Chinese Lantern Official Blog

Welcome to our Chinese Lantern official blog, your ultimate guide to the art, culture, and history of Chinese lanterns. From the latest news on lantern events and industry trends, to an in-depth analysis of exquisite lantern-making craftsmanship and a sharing of thousands of years of lantern history and culture, our blog brings you exclusive insights and captivating stories to light up your cultural journey.

Chinese Lantern Themes & Varieties

Chinese lanterns, a tangible representation of traditional culture, exhibit vast varieties. This section explores different thematic categories, including animal, plant, and water lanterns, to reveal the diverse forms and deep cultural connotations of the craft.

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CARTOON LANTERN

CARTOON LANTERN Why choose cartoon lanterns? Chinese lanterns — Cartoon lanterns, with their vibrant colors and adorable designs, are popular decorations at major Chinese lantern ceremony.​They are not only suitable for spacious lawns, such as parks and festival celebration sites,

A New Year decoration lantern: a massive peacock occupies an entire hillside

MODERN LANTERN

MODERN LANTERN Update the Modern Chinese lanterns With the progress of the times, people want to appreciate all kinds of unique lighted lanterns, our products are also keeping up with the times! This variety of modern Chinese lanterns needs to

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PARADE LANTERN

parade lantern Features of parade lantern In today’s global world, street Chinese lantern parade performances are a key part of many cultural festivals and celebrations. In Asia, especially during lantern festivals, people carry or hold portable parade lanterns to participate

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PLANT LANTERN

plant lantern Fairy-tale plant lanterns Plant lanterns are not only natural ecological treasures, but also the source of inspiration for traditional Chinese lantern culture and art. In the field of Chinese lantern art, craftsmen take plants as prototypes, use traditional

Custom Chinese lantern lights series: mantis- and mushroom-shaped lanterns glowing at night.

INSECT LANTERN

INSECT LANTERN Chinese lanterns meaning Insect lantern is one of most important parts of Chinese lantern lights. Internationally, outdoor Chinese lantern of insects are not only a form of decoration but also an important vehicle for science education. For instance,

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FLOATING LANTERN

FLOATING LANTERN Float the lantern on the water Floating lanterns, also known as water lanterns, are one of the most common types of Chinese lanterns and a common sight at major Asian lantern festivals. This year’s China Blue Lotus Lantern

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ANIMAL LANTERN

ANIMAL LANTERN In international lantern projects, animal-themed lanterns have become key attractions in parks, botanical gardens, zoos, and similar venues due to their unique appeal and educational value. The Zigong Lantern Festival, renowned as the “World’s Premier Lantern” event, captivates

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LARGE LANTERN

LARGE LANTERN Characteristics of big Chinese lanterns As the most colossal and magnificent type of Chinese lanterns, big lanterns often serve as the most striking focal point of major festival events. With a wide array of themes to choose from,

Chinese Lantern Events & News

Welcome to our ‘Chinese Lantern Events & News’ section, your go-to source for the latest in Lantern Festival events and industry news from around the world. We bring you captivating reports and insightful analysis, from record-breaking attendance at the Zigong Lantern Festival to the innovative Sun Wukong lantern designs. Stay at the forefront of the industry with us.

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The lantern lights up SunWuKong 2025

This year, the Zigong Lantern World has also incorporated Sun Wukong’s iconic image into its lantern designs. Following the park’s signage and ascending to the hilltop, visitors will encounter a colossal lantern inspired by Sun Wukong, measuring 6 meters in length, 8 meters in width, and towering 18 meters in height.

2025 Zigong Lantern Festival: two large-scale lantern festival lanterns

Big Chinese lanterns in Zigong Lantern Festival 2025

The most eye-catching “Qingcheng Shuangshu” lantern group of the Zigong Lantern Fair in 2024 is precisely this modern expression of the worship of the spirit snake. In the splendor of the millennium salt capital, two eight meters high snake fairies dance in the sky, they shed the traditional white snake legend of the supernatural temperament.

2025 Zigong Light Festival: an awe-inspiring Azure Dragon lantern

Best places to travel in China: Zigong Light Festival 2025

By February 20, 2025, the Zigong Lantern Festival had welcomed over 1 million visitors during Spring Festival, breaking all previous records. The Zigong Lantern Festival is famous for its expert craftsmanship. It’s no wonder people call it a masterpiece of craftsmanship.

Zigong International Dinosaur Light Festival: the uniquely designed back entrance of the venue.

China International Dinosaur Light Fair 2025

This time, I will take you on a tour of the 31st International Dinosaur Lantern Festival from my perspective. As I step into the currently most popular “Green City Twin Beauties” exhibition area at the Zigong Lantern Festival, I feel as if I’ve been transported to a fantastical world.

Chinese Lantern Art & Craftsmanship

Here, we delve into the allure of Chinese lantern art and the exquisite craftsmanship behind it.This section will guide you through every detail of the lantern-making process, from traditional techniques like crafting fish lanterns to modern design concepts. Each lantern is a testament to the wisdom and aesthetics of the Chinese people.

Chinese lantern craft: an artist spraying color onto a lantern.

Chinese lantern craft: Recreate a fish lantern in 4 steps

Chinese Lanterns reflect the wisdom and taste of the Chinese people. From concept establishment to the final spray painting and coloring, each step is a testament to the craftsmen dedication and ingenuity. Lantern making is not just a craft, but also a cultural heritage.

Chinese Lantern History & Culture

The history of the Chinese lantern is a microcosm of Chinese civilization. In this section, we invite you to explore the profound cultural significance of Chinese lanterns. Discover how they serve as cultural symbols that light up our spiritual homeland during important traditional festivals.

Warm and festive Chinese New Year lanterns.

Chinese New Year Lanterns: A Cultural Epic Spanning 4,000 Years

Chinese New Year lanterns are a time-stamped mark of Chinese civilization spanning four millennia, and the most vivid visual symbol of Spring Festival culture. When lanterns illuminate the winter night, and lantern festivals reawaken cities, these brilliant lights not only carry on ancient sacrificial traditions but also hold people’s eternal hopes for reunion and good fortune.

Chinese flower lanterns for cultural celebrations filled the entire venue.

Mid Autumn Lanterns: Illuminating the Cultural Symbol of Reunion

Mid Autumn Lanterns(also known as Moon Festival lanterns)are a human-made galaxy of light that rivals the bright moon in the Mid-Autumn night sky, and a cultural dialogue spanning a thousand years. As one of the most brilliant visual symbols in traditional Chinese culture , this dazzling sea of lights, through its unique language of light and shadow, articulates the Chinese nation’s deep longing for reunion , its reverence for nature, and its eternal pursuit of beauty.

Traditional Chinese lanterns: a Hanfu-clad girl holding a goldfish lantern

Traditional Chinese lanterns: Treasure of 5000 years of civilization

Chinese lanterns not only pursue beauty in their design but also carry profound cultural significance. The patterns on the lanterns often contain auspicious meanings such as good fortune and longevity, reflecting people’s aspirations for a good life and respect for traditional culture.

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