Chinese mythological beings and horses lit up a lantern festival in China's southwestern city of Zigong on Friday (January 23), to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year of the Horse, which starts on February 17. Dazzled onlookers gazed upon the sparkling lanterns at night in the park, with more than 200 handmade lanterns featuring animals, mythological beings and scenes from Chinese culture. More than 1,200 workers took weeks to construct the lanterns, including a 210-meter long mythological cre

【Chinese New Year traditions and celebrations in 200 seconds】 Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, is the most important traditional festival of the Chinese people, with a history of more than 4,000 years. Grand celebrations take place all over the world during these festive days, with traditions passed down over centuries: from family reunions to New Year fireworks, temple fairs and performances to dumplings and local delicacy feasts. The Sharing China - Happy Chinese New Year Contest 2018 is