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Shexian Fish Lantern Festival: 800-Year-Old Tradition

100 Million Chinese People Gather Here To Celebrate China Fish Lantern Folk Activitie🇨🇳|China Travel

Destination:ChinaProvince:AnhuiCity:Shexian
100 Million Chinese People Gather Here To Celebrate China Fish Lantern Folk Activitie🇨🇳|China Travel
Emily China Travel16 min

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Shexian Fish Lantern- Traditional Spring Festival folk activity with over 800 years history. In ancient China, villagers used fish-shaped lanterns to pray for peace because their wooden houses were frequently hit by fires, implying "abundance every year". People rushed to touch the head and tail of the fish, which meant that the coming year would be smooth. This tradition has actually kept the village away from fire for 800 years and has continued to today, becoming a traditional folk activity every Spring Festival. Villagers spontaneously made fish lanterns for a parade. Large and small fish lanterns light up the whole village. People cheered and sent happiness to each other, letting the New Year atmosphere permeate every corner, which is a visual feast!

--- Emily China Travel
February 14, 2025, Winter in China

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Emily travels through rural She County and discovers the Fish Lantern Festival. Her trip includes a shared car ride to Yangchan Tulou, where villagers explain the history and construction of the houses, before she reaches the festival in the evening. She watches the fish lantern parade and learns about the tradition of touching the lanterns’ heads and tails for good fortune. The event begins at half past six in the evening, with the gas-station area suggested as a viewing spot. She also asks about the prices of handmade lanterns and meets local residents along the way.

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Yangchan Tulou and local life

Emily travels to She County for the Fish Lantern Festival, making the journey by shared car. She talks with local people about the cost of transport and daily life, and visits Yangchan Tulou to learn about the history and construction of its distinctive houses. The villagers explain how the buildings are made and how they have changed over time. The trip gives Emily a look at rural architecture and agriculture as well as the event she has come to see.

The Fish Lantern Festival

The parade is the highlight of Emily’s visit. She describes the excitement and happiness of residents as they take part, and notes the large number of people gathered to celebrate. The fish lanterns carry wishes for prosperity; the tradition also connects with fire prevention. Emily learns that touching a lantern’s head and tail is associated with good fortune. The event begins at half past six in the evening, and the area by the gas station is mentioned as a place to watch. She asks about handmade lanterns and learns that smaller ones cost around 20 yuan, while larger ones range from 200 to 300 yuan. The festival, local architecture and conversations with villagers combine to make a personal account of the region’s traditions. Emily’s trip to She County takes about three hours by car, and she watches the rural scenery change along the way. The festival attracts a large crowd, and she notices the excitement of villagers as the parade moves through the area. People touch the head and tail of the fish lanterns as a gesture linked with good fortune, while the lantern tradition also carries wishes for prosperity and fire prevention.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: How much did the shared ride to the tulou cost?
A: A shared car for two people cost 15 yuan per person, which was cheaper than making the trip alone.
Q: What time did the Fish Lantern Festival begin?
A: The event began at half past six in the evening The area near the gas station was mentioned as a place to watch the parade.
Q: How much did the fish lanterns cost?
A: The smaller handmade lanterns cost about 20 yuan, while larger ones ranged from 200 to 300 yuan.

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Shexian Fish Lantern Festival: 800-Year-Old Tradition

Shexian Fish Lantern- Traditional Spring Festival folk activitie with over 800 years history 🇨🇳- China Travel 0:00 Intro 1:40 Walk to Yangchan Tulou 3:42 Yangchan Tulou history 9:19 Arrive at She County 12:50 Fish Lantern Parade In ancient China, villagers used fish-shaped lanterns to pray for...

Shexian Fish Lantern Festival: A Rural China Celebration

Experience the enchanting Shexian Fish Lantern Festival, a vibrant tradition dating back over 800 years! Witness the captivating parade of fish-shaped lanterns, symbolizing peace and prosperity. Feel the festive energy as villagers share happiness and good wishes, creating an unforgettable visual spectacle of Chinese culture and New Year celebrations. This unique tradition, passed down through generations, is a must-see for any China traveler.

Attractions in this video: Fish Lanterns, Tulou Houses