Tianjin
Lantern Festival
Ancient National Festival
Various locations
Tianjin, 300000
Phone: +86 22 2835 8812
Despite the rather ho-hum name, this festival ranks only behind New Years for national popularity. Depending on the lunar calendar the fun and jocularity usually falls late January or early February—on the 15th day of the first lunar month. Participants wander the streets carrying elaborately decorated lanterns under the ancient belief they will shield off evil spirits hovering above. Many of the bars throughout the city host lantern decorating contests while diners feast on holiday traditional glutinous rice dumplings. Bear in mind that hotel rooms are difficult to find during this holiday.
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