Red lanterns have been placed at Jinan's city moat, the Black Tiger Spring Park and Daming Lake Park in anticipation of the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year. The Spring Festival or the Chinese Lunar New Year falls on Feb 12 this year. [Photo by Liang Dalei/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
It is a Chinese custom to put up red lanterns during the Spring Festival as they symbolize family reunion, happiness and prosperity. [Photo by Liang Dalei/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
The Black Tiger Spring Park embraces charming views at night. [Photo by Liang Dalei/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Jinan parks are decorated to create a festive atmosphere ahead of the Chinese Lunar New Year. [Photo by Liang Dalei/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Jinan's city moat is decorated with red lanterns in both sides on Jan 23 to celebrate the New Year holiday. [Photo by Liang Dalei/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
