The 15th day of the first lunar month is the Lantern Festival. The first lunar month is called “Yuan” in ancient Chinese, and the night is called “Xiao,” hence the name “Yuanxiao Festival.” The 15th day of the first lunar month is the first full moon night of the year, as well as the night when the new year begins and spring returns to the earth. People celebrate this occasion as a continuation of the Spring Festival celebrations.