The Lantern Festival in Taiwan and China celebrates the end of Chinese New Year with the release of paper lanterns, symbolizing peace and prosperity. Thousands participated in Taiwan’s Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival despite rain, enjoying music and dance while witnessing impressive snake-shaped lanterns reflecting the Year of the Snake. In contrast, while China also marked the festival, the focus was more on glutinous rice dumplings and light shows, with elaborate installations in Beijing showcasing cultural and modern themes, emphasizing community celebration and the festival's significance in welcoming spring.
Lanterns have their roots in Taiwan as a safety signal against bandits over a century ago, now symbolizing peace and prosperity at festivals.
The Lantern Festival signifies the end of Chinese New Year, filled with colorful displays, music, and traditional foods like glutinous rice dumplings.
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