A lantern carnival was staged in Xi’an, capital of northwest China’s Shaanxi Province. Aerial photos show colorful festival lanterns with fancy lights displayed on the ancient city wall. /VCG Photo

Having a history of more than 30 years, Xi’an City Wall Lantern Fair has become a cultural icon as visitors across the country flock into the city to enjoy the visual feast during the Spring Festival, starting from February 5 this year. /VCG Photo

Various lanterns with different themes that integrate local folk elements with animated cartoon images create an interesting cultural mix appealing to both old and young generations. /VCG Photo

With more than 10,000 lights in five sectors, on Monday, this year’s event jointly commenced with Qinhuai Lantern Festival in Nanjing, another ancient city in east China’s Jiangsu Province and it will last till March 10. /VCG Photo