Victoria Park lights up for the first International Lantern Spectacular this Mid-Autumn Festival
The annual lantern display is back and bigger than ever
Mid-Autumn Festival enthusiasts in Hong Kong are in for a visual treat as Victoria Park unveils the inaugural International Lantern Spectacular. This grand display, themed 'Reunion', brings together lanterns from 20 countries and regions, alongside traditional Qinhuai lanterns from Nanjing and locally crafted masterpieces. Over 3,000 luminous creations line the World Lantern Boulevard, showcasing silk lanterns from South Korea, Brazilian lanterns with vibrant patchwork patterns, and Polish lanterns created using traditional folk paper-cutting techniques.
The centerpiece is 'Shadowlight', an eight-meter-high installation inspired by Hong Kong's iconic banyan trees, providing a warm, colorful glow for visitors. Other Qinhuai lanterns include the 'Lotus Fish', 'Dragon Gate', and 'Moonlit Lotus'. Hong Kong's own lantern-making heritage takes center stage at the Hong Kong Lantern Galleria, featuring over 400 classic handcrafted lanterns that recreate the lively atmosphere of Yuen Long's Lantern Street.
Free admission and charity stalls offer a range of regional treats from September 17 to 27, culminating in extended hours on the festival night itself.
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