History came alive this Lunar New Year as performers in Tang Dynasty-era costumes dazzled crowds with a luminous fish lantern parade at Luoyang’s Suitang National Archaeological Site! 🏮 The glowing procession through this imperial-era park – where China’s only female emperor Wu Zetian once ruled – blended ancient traditions with modern festival vibes.
Why Fish Lanterns?
In Chinese culture, fish symbolize prosperity and abundance – perfect for New Year celebrations! The oversized lanterns, carried beneath the same stars that once shone over Wu’s palace, created an unforgettable “time travel” moment for visitors.
Walk Where Empires Stood
The archaeological site isn’t just a backdrop – it’s where 7th-century politics and poetry intertwined. As one tourist tweeted: “Seeing these golden fish glow where empresses schemed? Next-level cultural immersion!” 📸
Local artists spent months designing the lanterns using Tang-era motifs, proving ancient stories still swim through modern China’s creative currents. Will this become a new Lunar New Year tradition? The crowd’s cheers suggest: ‘Yes!’ 🎉
