Hoi An lantern village bustling in preparation for Tet
Translated by VAN GIANG•Dec 23, 2024 21:32
(QNO) - The Hoi An lantern village (Quang Nam province) is entering its busiest time of the year, for the 2025 Lunar New Year.
The lantern-making craft in Hoi An has existed for centuries, providing livelihoods for many local people.Each lantern is not just a handcrafted product but also a work of art.Making frames for lanternsMs. Thu Thuy from Ha Linh lantern workshop shared her workshop can produces over 200 lanterns a day.Many families in Hoi An have been involved in lantern-making for generations.Local artisans want to preserve a traditional beauty of their hometown.Making a bamboo frame for a lanternAn artisan is working continuously to meet the customers' demand.The traditional lanterns are made in various shapes, including round, cylindrical, hexagonal, garlic, bulb and heart shapes.The lantern framesVisiting the lantern village.Colourful lanternsTourists eagerly visit the lantern village to admire the process of lantern making, and even create their own lanterns.During Tet, Hoi An lanterns are not only decorative items but also symbolize wishes for peace, luck, and prosperity.The vibrant lanterns enhance the ancient, charming beauty of Hoi An, an essential cultural feature during the country's traditional Lunar New Year celebrations.
