The festival, which began over 2,000 years ago, features ancient spiritual traditions and celebrates family reunions while socializing by going out onto the streets.

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ZIGONG, China, Jan ‌24 (Reuters) - In southwest China’s ‌Sichuan province, the annual Zigong International Lantern Festival kicked off on Friday, showcasing the centuries-old art of illuminated ...