No matter where or when New Year is celebrated, it’s a universal moment to honor the cycles of life and set intentions for the future. By experiencing different New Year traditions, we can appreciate the cultural richness of the world and be reminded that we all, regardless of faith or background, share the same desire to welcome a brighter, better year.

The historical lanterns are known as "sky lanterns" or "Kongming lanterns" (孔明灯, Kǒngmíng dēng) in China and "Khom Loi" in Thailand. Here is a brief overview of their history and significance.