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Experience unmissable Lantern Festival in Wuzhen

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated: February 21, 2024 L M S

As the Lantern Festival approaches, Wuzhen Scenic Area in Tongxiang, a county-level city of Jiaxing, Zhejiang province is ready for welcoming tourists with four enchanting lantern festivals. The festivities in the scenic area will continue until Feb 25.

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A lively water market at the Wuzhen Scenic Area in Tongxiang, a county-level city of Jiaxing, Zhejiang province. [Photo/WeChat account: tongxiangfabu]

One highlight is the water market, where the revival of traditional customs offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the festive spirit. Lantern-lit evenings here evoke Chinese romance. Tourists can also buy New Year goods, food, and experience traditional customs on boats at the water market.

At the Zhao Ming Academy, ancient courtyard architecture adds refinement to the gathering. Visitors can stroll along cobblestone paths as they are serenaded by traditional Chinese instruments, and soak in the lively atmosphere of ancient Jiangnan.

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A dragon lantern is set at the Dragon-shaped Field of Wuzhen Scenic Area. [Photo/WeChat account: tongxiangfabu]

The Dragon-shaped Field of Wuzhen Scenic Area showcases a 40-meter-long golden dragon lantern, surrounded by twinkling lights, creating a picturesque scene.

The scenic area's Tea Art Street also boasts a dazzling dragon formed by hundreds of lanterns, symbolizing unity and perseverance while conveying auspiciousness and harmony.