Have you ever seen fish swimming in the sky? 🐟✨ In the coastal town of Shipu, in Xiangshan, east China’s Zhejiang Province, magical fish lanterns light up the night!
Every evening, the streets are adorned with glowing lanterns shaped like fish, creating a dazzling display that reflects the town’s rich fishing heritage. These lanterns are not just beautiful decorations—they symbolize the fishermen’s hopes for prosperity and safe journeys at sea.
For generations, the people of Shipu have relied on the ocean for their livelihood. To celebrate and honor this connection, they started the tradition of making fish lanterns. During special festivals, the entire town comes alive with these sparkling lights!
Did you know? 🧐 In the past, villagers would dry fish to prepare for the Spring Festival, which is the Chinese New Year. This practice still continues today, keeping alive traditions that are hundreds of years old.
Next time you think about festivals, imagine how amazing it would be to walk under a sky filled with glowing fish! 🌟🐟
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