In this fast-paced era, it is necessary to occasionally slow down and let the soul travel. When it comes to the dual enjoyment of vision and soul, I will definitely think of the dazzling Zigong Lantern Festival in my hometown. On the land of Sichuan with a long history and rich culture, the Zigong Lantern Festival has always been known as “the First Lantern in the World”, and more than 90% of the lanterns in the world come from Zigong.

The popularity of “The Tree of Life” and “The Goddess Jingwei” has made more people know about this “Southern Lantern City” – Zigong.

The history of the Zigong Lantern Festival can be traced back to the Tang and Song Dynasties and took form in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has endured for thousands of years without declining. It is not only a national intangible cultural heritage but also a bright pearl in the traditional culture of the Chinese nation. Entering the Zigong Lantern Festival is like stepping into a strange and grotesque world. Thousands of colorful lanterns light up the night sky, with various forms and bright colors. The Zigong Lantern Festival perfectly integrates the traditional lantern art with modern optoelectronic technology with its unique production process and innovative thinking.

The reason why the Zigong Lantern Festival is known as “the First Lantern in the World” is not only because of its grand scale, but also because every lantern is infused with the painstaking efforts and wisdom of the craftsmen. From conception to design, from material selection to production, every link strives for perfection. Each lantern is lifelike. Strolling in the sea of lanterns, it seems that you are in a strange and grotesque fairy tale world, and you can discover new surprises every time you look up.

In the Zigong China Lantern Grand World, you can see giant themes of Chinese zodiac, themes of “Shan Hai Jing”, cyberpunk themes… Each exhibition area is a novel exploration, and each stop is a beautiful picture. Everything from classical to science fiction is available. Here, the lantern festival has new themes every year and different scenery every year. If you are eager for a visual feast, then come to the Zigong China Lantern Grand World and see the grand scene of thousands of lights shining in the whole city at night.