Sky Lanterns

Pinghsi, Taipei, Taiwan

January 1, 2005 - 22:00 local time)

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During the Lantern Festival sky lanterns light the night over the village of Pinghsi, creating a beautiful scene.

Pinghsi is located in a remote mountain area near Taipei. It developed slowly and was not very reachable. Originally inhabited by indigenous people, the region was later developed by Han settlers who were often the victims of murder and robbery during earlier times.

Since access to the region was inconvenient, these pioneers came up with the idea of releasing "sky lanterns" to let others know that they were safe and sound. Through the years this practice evolved into a popular cultural tradition celebrated annually during Lantern Festival.

Location

Asia / Taiwan

Lat: 25° 2' 32" N
Long: 121° 45' 50" E

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Precision is: Unknown / Undeclared.

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The software I use are --- Stitcher, MakeCubic,PPVRhotwires The camera I use is --- nikon d70, sigma15-30

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