Traditional celebrations for Lantern Festival held in Yantai

2. Viewing lantern shows

It is a tradition that people hang lanterns everywhere, in their house or in the streets. Yantai Tashan Scenic Spot, Penglai, Longkou and Yantai's Marina Square are displaying gorgeous lantern shows for tourists.

Yantai Tashan Scenic Spot have launched a gorgeous lantern show to welcome the Spring Festival holiday. Ten designers have been invited to combine modern LED lights with traditional culture offering visitors a stunning visual feast. The show will last until Feb 19. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Longko Nanshan Scenic Spot offers a fantastic firework show on Feb 19, showing an atmosphere of joy to welcome the lantern festival. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

A spectacular light show is displayed at the Marina Square of Yantai on Feb 19. The Chinese characters of "Happy Lantern Festival" are showcased on the building. The magnificent light show was also featured on China Central Television during the Spring Festival. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]