Wish Lanterns

HOW LANTERNS FASCINATE US

The Sky Lantern may be summed up as a paper lantern which is made of oiled rice paper on a bamboo frame.

A fuel cell is also there in the lantern which is lit before releasing it. The concept of lanterns originated in Asian homes, China taking the lead.

Hence the lanterns are named Chinese Lanterns and Chinese Sky Lanterns.

The sky lanterns are also known by a wide variety of names such as paper lanterns and flying lanterns.

The lanterns can soar in the air only as long as the flame continues to burn.

After the flame is extinguished, the lantern sinks back to the ground. They are extremely colorful and bright and light up the sky as they fly up.

These lanterns are also called Thai paper lanterns. Sometimes monks release floating lanterns while uttering prayers or chanting hymns. 

Floating Lanterns are also believed to be released as protection against evil spirits and many villagers let them loose hoping for rainfall to end the drought.

This would ensure a good harvest. Wish Lanterns are best used at birthday parties for making wishes come true. Children also love these cool lanterns which come in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes.

They are also used for decorating rooms and making them colorful and bright. The lanterns are also known as sky candles. Basically whatever names they may have the essence of tradition remains the same.

The lanterns would make for amazing gift items as well. If you do not have time to go and shop place your order at the online stores where they are available in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes.

Some of the lanterns are shaped like a heart or a football.

An individual may have whichever custom logo he prefers to opt for. Hello Kitty and Mickey Mouse are two of the coolest designs.