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Originally published by Capital Businessbusiness
March 3, 2026
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The little town making nearly all of China’s lanterns
In China, red lanterns could guide a traveller to safety in cold winter alleyways, be symbols of power outside an imperial hall, or act as a call to religious devotion when hung in a temple. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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The town of Tuntou in Hebei Province, China, is remarkably responsible for producing approximately 80% of the country's handmade red lanterns, a tradition deeply rooted in its culture.
- 80% of China's lanterns are handmade in Tuntou.
- The craft has been passed down through generations, with children learning from a young age.
- The town's ability to fulfill diverse and small orders cheaply allows it to compete with modern factories.
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