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File photo shows the Qianmen Street, Beijing.
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BEIJING, Feb. 27 -- This weekend will be China's annual lantern festival, so what are the celebrations across the country? We here introduce some of them in major cities.
1. Qianmen Shang Yuan Lantern Party, Beijing
Highlight: Lion dancing performances
Time: February 23 to 28 Location: Qianmen Street, Beijing
Organizers plan to restore and expand the original Shang Yuan Lantern Party which used to be held in Beijing's central Qianmen area in the Ming (1368 – 1644) and Qing (1644 – 1911) Dynasties. Featuring an exhibition of elegant handmade lanterns by craftsmen from across the nation, the party will provide a festive gathering where visitors can appreciate the art of traditional lanterns with modern technology while enjoying riddles and fun games.
Free entry
How to get there: Many bus routes would take you there but the most convenient way is to take the subway line 2 and get off at Qianmen station.
