2008 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival MV

Reason for the event

Kaohsiung Lantern Festival has always been one of the most anticipated activities among Kaohsiung residents. Last year the number of visitors at the Kaohsiung Lantern Festival reached nearly five million people and created substantial business opportunities for the local tourism industry. Kaohsiung Lantern Festival, along with Taipei Lantern Festival and Taiwan Lantern Festival are the three largest festival celebrations of lanterns. This year, Kaohsiung Lantern Festival added cultural arts in its lantern designs.

Purpose of the Activity

The 2008 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival stretches from the Love River to the Kaohsiung Harbor. This year’s lanterns are decorated in the theme of ”Love, Happiness”. Large scale fireworks, lantern floats, and water dance performances will be displayed; this celebration aims to increase the city’s international publicity. There will be two main stages, with the larger stage stationed at the Honorary Pier and the smaller stage on the sea. The 16 days of events include the FantaSea Stage Play and the opening ceremony of the lantern festival will sure be an eye-opening experience for all city residents and visitors.

Explanation for the lantern designs

“Love, Happiness” is the main theme of the 2008 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival. 2008 is a year for receiving love and happiness. The Kaohsiung government hopes this event will bring love and happiness to everyone. The Love River will be ornamented with lanterns in a heart shape. Activities and shows will also be held around the Love River.