{
  "id": 3744249,
  "title": "Mid-Autumn lantern spectacle to dazzle visitors",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/mid-autumn-lantern-spectacle-to-dazzle-visitors-3744249",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-27T12:58:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK English",
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    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1867811-20260827.htm"
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  "account": "Next month, Hong Kong will host a dazzling new lantern exhibition at Victoria Park to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the International Lantern Spectacular will dazzle both locals and tourists alike with thousands of unique lanterns from 20 different countries and regions. The theme of the exhibition is \"reunion.\"\n\nThe centerpiece of the show is the World Lantern Boulevard, featuring silk lanterns from South Korea, vibrant patchwork lanterns from Brazil, and Polish lanterns incorporating traditional folk paper-cutting techniques. The Tourism Board has also enlisted the expertise of craftsmen from Nanjing to construct four giant Qinhuai lanterns. These magnificent structures employ a traditional technique that dates back an astounding 1,700 years and are recognized on the national list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.\n\nAdditionally, the exhibition will feature a pavilion showcasing hundreds of lanterns crafted by local artisans. These lanterns will take the form of beloved Chinese symbols such as rabbits, star fruits, and goldfish. Visitors will be able to explore the exhibition from September 17 to 27, coinciding with the annual Mid-Autumn Lantern Carnival held by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department in Causeway Bay.\n\nFor those seeking a bit of excitement, a Fire Dragon Dance will take place in Tai Hang between September 24 and 26. This thrilling performance is a must-see for those looking to fully immerse themselves in Hong Kong's Mid-Autumn Festival festivities.",
  "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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        "title": "Mid-Autumn lantern spectacle to dazzle visitors",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/mid-autumn-lantern-spectacle-to-dazzle-visitors",
        "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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