{
  "id": 3743679,
  "title": "Mid-Autumn lantern spectacle to dazzle visitors",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/mid-autumn-lantern-spectacle-to-dazzle-visitors",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-27T12:58:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK News",
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    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1867811-20260827.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "An exciting lantern exhibition, titled the International Lantern Spectacular, is set to captivate visitors at Victoria Park next month, in preparation for the Mid-Autumn Festival. Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the inaugural event presents thousands of unique lanterns from 20 diverse countries and regions, all under the theme of \"reunion\". The exhibition's star attraction is the World Lantern Boulevard, adorned with silk lanterns from South Korea, multi-colored patchwork lanterns from Brazil, and Polish creations incorporating traditional folk paper-cutting techniques.\n\nIn a nod to Nanjing's rich heritage, the Tourism Board has enlisted a team of craftsmen to construct four awe-inspiring giant Qinhuai lanterns, incorporating a traditional method dating back an impressive 1,700 years. The lanterns, inscribed on the national list of Intangible Cultural Heritage, will add an extra layer of cultural depth to the spectacle.\n\nA separate pavilion will celebrate the skill of local artisans, who will showcase hundreds of handcrafted lanterns in the shape of rabbits, star fruits, and goldfish. The exhibition will run from September 17 to 27, coinciding with the Mid-Autumn Lantern Carnival held annually in Causeway Bay by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.\n\nAttendees are also urged to visit nearby Tai Hang to witness the Fire Dragon Dance, a captivating display set to take place between September 24 and 26.",
  "summary": "A brand-new lantern exhibition showcasing cultural elements from around the world is set to wow locals and tourists at Victoria Park next month, as Hong Kong gets ready to ring in Mid-Autumn Festival. The inaugural International Lantern Spectacular organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board features thousands of distinctive lanterns from 20 countries and regions, under the theme of \"reunion\". The…",
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        "outlet": "RTHK English",
        "title": "Mid-Autumn lantern spectacle to dazzle visitors",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/mid-autumn-lantern-spectacle-to-dazzle-visitors-3744249",
        "published": "2026-08-27T12:58:53.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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