Visitors view the lanterns in Wudianshi Traditional Blocks, Jinjiang city, East China's Fujian province on Feb 17, 2019. [Photo/Xinhua]

Besides watching lanterns and guessing the answers to lantern riddles, there are many traditions for the festival. Here is a guide for you to spend a happy Lantern Festival.

1. Viewing lanterns

It is tradition that people hang lanterns everywhere, in their house or in the streets. The lanterns depict various characters, like flying birds, leaping fishes, and shining fireworks, showing an atmosphere of joy. People will come out and appreciate the beautiful scene.