Beijing transformed into a glowing wonderland this weekend as thousands of lanterns lit the night sky, marking the traditional Lantern Festival that concludes Lunar New Year celebrations. 🏮 The 15th day of the first lunar month saw families solving riddles on paper lanterns and sharing sweet tangyuan (sticky rice balls) – a 2,000-year-old ritual symbolizing unity and new beginnings.
📍 From historic hutongs to modern shopping districts, the capital buzzed with dragon-shaped installations and light projections blending ancient symbolism with futuristic tech. CGTN's Bi Ran captured locals marveling at displays merging AI-powered animations with traditional craftsmanship – think neon-lit pandas writing calligraphy! 🐼✍️
🔍 Why it matters: This cultural crescendo isn’t just pretty lights – it’s a bridge between generations. As 22-year-old student Li Wei told reporters: “My grandparents teach me lantern riddles, while I show them AR filters of the displays. It’s like time traveling through tradition!”
