In which dynasty did the custom of Lantern Festival begin? What is the origin?

Lantern Festival originated in Han Dynasty.

1, the fifteenth day of the first month is the traditional Lantern Festival in China. It's natural to eat Yuanxiao, watch lanterns, enjoy riddles and raise a social fire when it's busy. There are many folk legends about the origin of Lantern Festival in China, but Taiyuan County has its own unique legend.

2. According to legend, Liu Heng, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, lived in Jinyang City (around the ancient county town of Taiyuan) when he became king. During this period, he was very interested in a kind of round stuffing food-Tangyuan, and introduced it to Jin Yanggong. After the death of Emperor Gaozu of Han Dynasty, Zhu Lu conspired to make an insurrection, and Qiu and others put down the rebellion. In Beijing, he welcomed the king to the throne and became Emperor Wen of China.

First, the Lantern Festival custom

1, send lanterns

Sending lanterns is also called sending lanterns to children. In ancient times, before the Lantern Festival, newlyweds always received lanterns from their parents. Because lanterns are homophonic with Ding, it means that their daughters will be able to import more flowers and the population will flourish in the new year. Now there are many such scenes in many TV dramas, where women put lanterns in the river.

Step 2 play with dragon lanterns

Since ancient times, China people have regarded themselves as descendants of dragons, because dragons symbolize good luck and wealth. On the Lantern Festival, dancing dragon lanterns together adds a festive atmosphere to the festival. Now many parks hold lantern festivals, which probably evolved from here.