I think we set in our "Western Ways." We mostly ignore an opportunity for a Lantern Festival. This is the final day of the traditional Chinese New Year. It is marked with massive displays of lanterns. Wikipedia tells me that festivals are held in some western cities - in London and various U.S. cities. New York's is the largest. But these seem more like a commercial version of the traditional Chinese festival. At the same time, I realize it is hard to just 'adopt' them. These sorts of traditions have ancient roots in religious celebrations. That's what makes our holidays such as Christmas, Easter, and so on so special for us.
On the other hand, it is never too late to adapt. So let's check nearby. Niagara Falls is an international attraction so should have something for tourists who celebrate the lunar new year. Of course it does! And here it is:
"Buy your ticket now! Seasky International Light Show is coming to Niagara. This visually spectacular lantern and light festival will allow you to explore over 30 magical light displays on the illuminated trail that you can walk at your leisure. Light up the darkness and bring a smile to your face!" The pictures are amazing - great big displays
Here's the website HERE. However, we're in the COVID gray zone so we're in lockdown, and tickets are on hold right now. With only two days left, it seems a shame to have only found out about it now - early December was the opening. However, the opening was postponed, so let's hope for next year to celebrate this event.
What else made me think of lanterns today? The Snow Moon 2021 is out. What a huge moon it was - both last night in the east and this morning in the west. Today, February 27 is the 'big day' so take a look out and enjoy the lantern festival we have.
Doesn't this pretty entrance gate look perfect for such an event as the Snow Moon? This is the Moon Gate entrance to the gardens at Lost Horizons nursery. The white sign says "Display Gardens".
And here's what we would experience at the entrance to the Seasky Lantern Festival 2021.
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