Inspired by the ancient classic of Chinese literature, "Shan Hai Jing," or "Classic of Mountains and Seas," this year's lantern festival at Shanghai's Yuyuan Garden will highlight the Year of the Snake and feature other animals, forests, and mountains.
The annual lantern festival at Yuyuan Garden is to celebrate the New Year and the Spring Festival and aims to reflect the vibrant and harmonious aspects of life, creating a one-stop entertainment destination for residents and visitors to Shanghai. The event opens on January 1 and runs until February 12, 2025.