Lanterns are not only decorations, but also symbol of joy and happiness.

SHENZHEN, Jan. 21, 2020 (Xinhua) -- Lanterns are illuminated in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong to greet the Spring Festival, or the Chinese Lunar New Year.

Just like Westerners decorating Christmas ornaments with colored bulbs, Chinese people light up Spring Festival with varied lanterns.

During the Spring Festival, lanterns of different shapes and styles are decorated across Chinese parks and scenic spots, with families hanging out together to watch and celebrate.

The Spring Festival falls on Jan. 25 this year.

Photo taken on Jan. 19, 2020 shows lanterns being illuminated to greet the coming Spring Festival in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong province. (Xinhua/Mao Siqian)

Photo taken on Jan. 19, 2020 shows lanterns being illuminated to greet the coming Spring Festival in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong province. (Xinhua/Mao Siqian)

Photo taken on Jan. 19, 2020 shows lanterns being illuminated to greet the coming Spring Festival in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong province. (Xinhua/Mao Siqian)

Aerial photo taken on Jan. 19, 2020 shows lanterns being illuminated to greet the coming Spring Festival in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong province. (Xinhua/Mao Siqian)

Aerial photo taken on Jan. 19, 2020 shows lanterns being illuminated to greet the coming Spring Festival in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong province. (Xinhua/Mao Siqian)■