Lanterns to illuminate night of Lantern Festival

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Lantern Festival, when the first full moon of a Lunar New Year appears, marks the end of the Spring Festival celebrations.
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Lantern Festival, when the first full moon of a Lunar New Year appears, marks the end of the Spring Festival celebrations. Traditionally, Chinese people make lanterns which symbolize reunion and carry their wishes to celebrate this festival. Nowadays, modern lanterns are designed to illuminate the night and create a festive atmosphere. 

Lanterns to illuminate night of Lantern Festival
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People appreciate festive lanterns in Danzhai County in southwest China's Guizhou Province on March 1, 2018. 

Lanterns to illuminate night of Lantern Festival
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People admire two 20.18-meter-tall lanterns in Wenling City, Zhejiang Province, on March 1, 2018.

Lanterns to illuminate night of Lantern Festival
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Visitors appreciate festive lanterns in Zouping County, east China's Shandong Province, on March 1, 2018.

Lanterns to illuminate night of Lantern Festival
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A boat-shaped lantern in seen in Nanjing, capital city of Jiangsu Province, on March 1, 2018.

Lanterns to illuminate night of Lantern Festival
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Daxin Gate, a section of the ancient walls of Xuanhua Ancient City in Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, is illuminated by festive lanterns on March 1, 2018.


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