Nanjing’s historic Zhonghua Gate has transformed into a dazzling wonderland , with a 16-meter-high snake lantern installation stealing the spotlight to ring in the Year of the Snake! The playful ‘Snake Baby’ lanterns—think kawaii meets traditional craftsmanship—twist along the 600-year-old city wall, blending ancient vibes with modern festivity.
By day, the vibrant colors pop against Ming Dynasty-era stones; by night, the golden glow of the serpentine display feels straight out of a fantasy film . Locals and tourists alike are snapping selfies with the lanterns, which symbolize luck and renewal for 2025. ‘It’s like history high-fiving the future,’ said one visitor.
This fusion of past and present is classic China: honoring traditions while sparking joy for Gen-Z explorers and culture buffs. Got travel plans? Add this phototech masterpiece to your bucket list!
, with a 16-meter-high snake lantern installation stealing the spotlight to ring in the Year of the Snake! The playful ‘Snake Baby’ lanterns—think kawaii meets traditional craftsmanship—twist along the 600-year-old city wall, blending ancient vibes with modern festivity.
. Locals and tourists alike are snapping selfies 
with the lanterns, which symbolize luck and renewal for 2025. ‘It’s like history high-fiving the future,’ said one visitor.
