Types and pictures of lanterns

There are palace lanterns, gauze lanterns, chandeliers, auspicious lanterns and calligraphy lanterns.

Palace lanterns are mainly made of fine wood, inlaid with silk yarn and glass, and painted with various patterns. It is famous for its elegance and court style.

In ancient times, gauze lanterns were mostly illuminated by bamboo lamp holders and candles. At present, steel wire lamp holders and light bulbs are used for lighting. The chandelier is a kind of high-grade decorative lighting hanging from the indoor ceiling. In ancient times, oiled paper was used as a shell.

Introduction of lanterns

One side of the auspicious lamp is the surname or the name of God, and the other side is the auspicious pattern of Eight Immortals Lv Dongbin, He Xiangu and Fu Lushou Samsung. The contents of calligraphy lanterns are tradition, blessing, auspiciousness, peace and prosperity, and abundant crops. There are many kinds of lanterns in the Lantern Festival, including dragon lanterns, palace lanterns, lanterns, dragon and phoenix lanterns, palace lanterns, mushroom lanterns and corner lanterns.

Dragon lantern, also called dragon dance, is very popular in many places in China. Dragon lantern is composed of dragon head and dragon tail, and the number of body joints in the middle is different. It is usually singular, and there will be a stick under each section. When dancing, gongs and drums are loud and spectacular. Lanterns are usually made of brightly colored paper, which can add luster to the Lantern Festival and express people's desire for peace. Lantern Festival lanterns mean prosperity, reunion and family happiness.