Step Into a Fairy Tale: Zigong Lantern Festival’s Chinese-Style Installations Are Pure Magic

When the millennium-old lantern craft meets Chinese-style creativity, the newly opened Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival has taken social media by storm this year!

The Chinese-style archway at the entrance sets the grand tone perfectly: red and gold glowing Chinese knots and cloud patterns twist around neon curves, exuding a festive vibe that makes every visitor pull out their phones for a panoramic shot the moment they step in. Further inside, the cute auspicious mythical beast lanterns have won over countless hearts—these beasts with orange and yellow glowing manes stand on golden ingot lanterns, their adorable shapes carrying the traditional blessing of "attracting wealth and good fortune", making them a must-photograph spot for kids and elders alike.

The biggest highlight is the Chinese-style IP lantern installations: elegant characters in flowing fairy dresses are wrapped in soft pink-purple and blue light, their hems blending with a sea of lotus lanterns, turning the dreamy scenes from virtual IPs into reality. The valiant warrior lanterns with sharp muscle lines are paired with fire dragon patterns, their aura amplified by the blazing orange-red light, and every detailed decorative pattern showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of Zigong lanterns.

Known as "the best lantern festival under heaven", all these installations are made of waterproof and wear-resistant PVC material with energy-saving LED soft lights. When lit up at night, they look like a river of stars woven into the lanterns. The venue is filled with excited crowds—some crouch to capture the delicate details of the lanterns, some take atmospheric group photos with friends, and even the evening breeze is filled with a lively festive mood.

This spring, come to Zigong Lantern Festival for this amazing light feast of tradition and trendy creativity~ Which lantern installation is your favorite?