Lantern
The picture below was from a museum in Beijing with an exhibition about traditional Chinese culture. It represents one of most Chinese elements: Lantern.
Lantern is a traditional Asian artwork. In the ancient times, it was used for lighting. But in the modern times, lanterns are mostly used for decorative purposes. In the most important festivals in the year, such as Lantern Festival, which is celebrated on the fifteenth day of the Chinese New Year, Lanterns are widely used in many shops and famous spots in the City such as temples.
Lanterns are typically red as you can see from the picture. But they can be colourful as well. On the Lanterns they are typically some Chinese symbols and drawings with meaning and wish for a better and prosperous new year.
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