Hey there! Have you heard about the Spring Festival? It’s one of the biggest celebrations in China, also known as the Chinese New Year. As the festival approaches, something magical is happening on the Qilou Ancient Street in Haikou, Hainan Province! 🏮✨
The streets are now filled with rows of colorful lanterns hung high above. These aren’t just any lanterns—they’re bright, vivid, and bring tons of holiday cheer! You might even see golden “Fu” characters, which mean good luck, and special couplets with wishes for the new year. How cool is that? 🧧🎊
But wait, there’s more! The buildings on Qilou Ancient Street are super special. They’re designed in a Nanyang style, which is a mix of different architectural styles from Southeast Asia. The oldest building there is the Sipai Building, and it’s 800 years old! That’s even older than most of the castles you might have learned about. 🏰
Because of its rich history and beautiful architecture, Qilou Ancient Street has been named a “Famous Historical and Cultural Street” in China. It’s like taking a step back in time while enjoying the festive decorations of today. If you ever get a chance to visit, it would be like walking through a real-life fairy tale! 🌟
So, as the Spring Festival lights up the streets, people in Haikou are welcoming the new year with joy, tradition, and lots of fun. Maybe you can celebrate in your own way too! How do you like to ring in the New Year? 🎆
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Haikou's Qilou ancient street adorned with festive atmosphere
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