As Lunar New Year festivities ramp up, a small village in Shanxi Province is buzzing like a ‘Game of Thrones’ dragon pit 🐉—but instead of fire, they’re crafting shimmering dragon lanterns! Hengqu Village, dubbed the ‘lantern village,’ has become the go-to spot for dazzling zodiac-themed decor, with orders skyrocketing ahead of the Year of the Loong (Chinese Dragon).
💡 Why it’s lit: A local factory head shared that demand surged in early January, with workshops working overtime to meet orders. ‘It’s like everyone wants a dragon guarding their home this year,’ one artisan laughed while wiring a lantern frame.
🏮 The village has honed its craft for 40+ years, blending tradition with modern designs. From neon-lit dragon eyes to scales that shimmer like TikTok filters, these lanterns aren’t just decorations—they’re symbols of luck and prosperity. Think of them as the ‘Taylor Swift tickets’ of Lunar New Year must-haves!
📈 Beyond cultural pride, the boom is fueling the local economy, proving that age-old crafts can thrive in a digital age. Who needs NFTs when you’ve got hand-woven dragon magic?
