Chinese people have enjoyed the beauty of lanterns for years.Lantern shows are held throughout the country on the Lantern Festival.Yuyuan Lantern Show in Shanghai and Qinhuai Lantern Show in Nanjing are two famous shows.In Northeast China，shows are held on snow and ice，creating a fantastic world of light and color.
   When talking about Chinese lanterns，people would think about a city in Southwest China's Sichuan province，Zigong，often known as the City of Lanterns.The custom of enjoying lanterns on festivals began in Zigong in the Tang Dynasty.Most Chinese lanterns are made of wire （金屬絲） and cloth.To add to its beauty，Zigong craftsmen（工匠） use many other materials，such as silk，bamboo，and even porcelain （瓷器）.
   Many visitors come to Zigong to enjoy lanterns and other fun activities.The skillful hands of Zigong craftsmen have also taken this show abroad.The lantern shows have been held in more than 70 countries around the world.Zigong lanterns are now a name card for their hometown，as well as their motherland.

（1）Where are the lantern shows held in Northeast China？

In Northeast China，the lantern shows are held on snow and ice.

In Northeast China，the lantern shows are held on snow and ice.

（2）Which city is known as the City of Lanterns？

The city of Zigong.

The city of Zigong.

（3）When did the custom of enjoying lanterns on festivals begin？

In the Tang Dynasty.

In the Tang Dynasty.

（4）How do Zigong craftsmen make lanterns more beautiful？

By using many other materials，such as silk，bamboo，and even porcelain.

By using many other materials，such as silk，bamboo，and even porcelain.

（5）How many countries have the lantern shows been held around the world？

More than 70 countries.

More than 70 countries.