Riddle‑hanging, also known as solving lantern riddles, is a unique folk entertainment tradition of the Lantern Festival in China. These riddles enliven the festive atmosphere and showcase the ingenuity of ancient Chinese working people, as well as their aspirations for a better life. Our museum has carefully selected dozens of riddles that combine knowledge, fun, and entertainment, inviting visitors to celebrate the Lantern Festival with joy and challenge in a sea of learning, while planting the seed of “I carry forward Chinese culture” deep within their hearts through hands‑on experience.

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Tangyuan originated in the Song Dynasty as a delicacy that first gained popularity in Mingzhou (modern-day Ningbo, Zhejiang). Once cooked, they are sweet, soft, and delightfully chewy, leaving an unforgettable aftertaste. At the same time, tangyuan symbolize family reunion and happiness; eating them is believed to bring prosperity and harmony to the household throughout the new year. This Lantern Festival, our museum turned “roundness” into “roundness,” substituting ping-pong balls for tangyuan. Visitors challenged themselves to pick up these “tangyuan” with chopsticks—those who successfully collected a set number were rewarded with exquisite gifts. The activity proved immensely popular, sparking lively interactions and filling the air with laughter and cheerful chatter.