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When Hoi An lanterns first appear?

Until now, no one knows exactly when lanterns first appeared in Hoi An and who was the first person to make lanterns. Some people believe that lanterns were bought from the people of Trieu Chau, Fujian, and Guandong in China when they came to settle in Hoi An. They hang lanterns in front of their houses to remember their homeland. Some others think that Hoi An lanterns are a unique feature created by Hoi An people themselves.

Over the years, lanterns have not only decorative objects, lighting up Hoi An ancient town, becoming the soul of the old town but also have become a spiritual symbol of Hoi An people.

Lantern Festival in Hoi An

On the night of the 14th full moon of every month, Hoi An people hold a lantern festival. When night falls, the lanterns are lit up, illuminating the whole town. The usual electric lights were replaced by colorful lanterns. In addition, people here also drop lanterns made of paper in the shape of a lotus with a little candle in the middle into the Thu Bon River. The release of these lanterns means wishing for luck, peace, and health for people and their loved ones.

Experience learning how to make lanterns in Hoi An

If you really love and want to make these lovely small lanterns yourself, you can join a lantern-making class in Hoi An. This is one of the interesting experiences that many tourists love.