The 1,000-year-old Hongcun Village in Anhui Province transformed into a luminous wonderland during its annual Mid-Autumn Festival celebration, where centuries-old traditions met TikTok-worthy moments. Over 2,000 handcrafted lanterns – shaped like rabbits, dragons, and blooming lotuses – illuminated the village’s iconic moonlit ponds and Ming-era architecture.
📜 Visitors joined poetry slams under ancient trees and tried their hand at lantern-making workshops, while local tea masters served aromatic brews paired with mooncakes. "It’s like stepping into a living painting," said Singaporean traveler Jia Wei, 24, who filmed the spectacle for her travel vlog.
🎑 The event highlights China’s efforts to preserve cultural heritage through immersive experiences – a trend resonating with Gen Z explorers craving authentic connections. With lantern-lit boat rides and calligraphy flash mobs, Hongcun proves ancient festivals can be both timeless and trendy.
