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The picturesque white buildings of Huatang Village, east China's Zhejiang Province, line a maze of walkways through the old water town. It’s easy to get lost on the stone-covered paths while exploring the quiet area – it happened to me twice. Walking through the village, at times, the only sound comes from the small streams that run alongside the paths. The red lanterns swaying above the streets are a constant reminder of the coming festivities.