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The Zigong Lantern Festival began in the Tang Dynasty (AD 618–907) and has been held every year since then. The lantern lighting is a tradition of celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year and an intangible cultural heritage event. During the festival, thousands of colorful traditional Chinese lanterns made of bamboo, silk, paper, glass bottles and porcelain tableware have been displayed. Come and be mesmerized by these beautiful, innovative lanterns!