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What ladder is used to hang the lanterns at the gate?

Human ladder. Hanging the gate lanterns need ladder can reach a certain height, and stable, herringbone ladder structure of the ladder is very consistent with the principle of mechanics, triangular structure to make the overall more stable, stronger load-bearing type, can be used to hang the gate lanterns. Chinese lanterns, also collectively known as lantern color, is an ancient traditional Han crafts. Originated more than 2000 years ago in the Western Han Dynasty, every year before and after the Lantern Festival on the 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar, people hang up red lanterns to symbolize the significance of reunion, to create a festive atmosphere.