What do lanterns mean to people?

Lanterns in China, also known as lanterns, originated in the Western Han Dynasty more than 800 years ago. Every year around the Lantern Festival on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, people hang red lanterns symbolizing reunion to create a festive atmosphere. Later, lanterns became a symbol of happiness for the people of China. Through the inheritance and development of lantern artists in past dynasties, colorful varieties and exquisite craftsmanship have been formed. There are palace lanterns, gauze lanterns, chandeliers and so on. From the modeling point of view, there are figures, landscapes, flowers and birds, dragons and phoenixes, fish and insects, etc. Besides, there are lanterns for people to enjoy. Every new year, we should prepare a red lantern and hang it at the door or at home.

On New Year's Eve, lighting and hanging red lanterns at the door or in the house not only illuminates the night, but also illuminates the peace and happiness of the whole family. As a traditional folk handicraft, red lanterns are still popular in China. It plays an irreplaceable role in the long history of the Chinese nation. It symbolizes the splendid culture of the Chinese nation and is a part of intangible cultural heritage. In the eyes of China people, red lanterns symbolize family reunion, prosperity, happiness, brightness, vitality, completeness and wealth, so everyone likes them. Especially in areas where overseas Chinese live in concentrated communities, such as Chinatown, red lanterns are hung all year round. This tradition permeates the unique and rich cultural heritage of the Chinese nation. Red lanterns have become a symbol of China culture. Of course, in some countries, due to different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, some people don't quite understand the meaning of red lanterns and think that lanterns are harmful to the image of cities. Even think it is old and decadent. Mexican friends who saw the film "Raise the Red Lantern" directed by Zhang Yimou said that the atmosphere of the film was very depressing, and women were oppressed and bound in feudal society. The whole movie left a deep impression on him. Until now, when he saw "Raise the Red Lantern", he still remembered some plots in the film.