The Lantern Festival, also known as the Yuanxiao Festival, has its origins in ancient China. It dates back to the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - 9 AD). The festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month, which is traditionally the day when the new year officially ends and the moon is at its fullest.
One legend tells of Emperor Wu of Han who dreamt of a celestial rabbit pounding medicinal herbs in a sacred oven. In honor of this dream, people began to worship the moon and set off lanterns, as well as eat mooncakes, which are round in shape and symbolize completeness.
Another legend involves the 13th Emperor of the Tang Dynasty. He was said to have ordered that lanterns be lit in his honor after he was struck by an illness. After his recovery, the people celebrated the event annually by lighting lanterns, leading to the modern festival.
Today, the Lantern Festival is characterized by the display of beautiful lanterns, dragon and lion dances, and traditional foods such as yuanxiao (sweet rice balls). It's a time for families to come together and celebrate the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations with joy and light.
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