One thousand drones, accompanied by a luminous parade of lantern boats, lit up the night sky over Guazhuhu Lake Park in Keqiao District of Shaoxing, a historic water town, in east China's Zhejiang Province, attracting passionate crowds to enjoy the visual feast.
Running from Aug 2 to 3, the event is part of a campaign to boost the local summer consumption and night economy.
The drones illuminated the sky with cultural symbols and iconic landmarks of Keqiao, crafting a vivid display against the backdrop of the night. And over 40 lantern boats glided gently across the lake, evoking the poetic elegance of the water town.
"It's so lively tonight and the drone show was absolutely spectacular," said He Hanbin, a resident.
Along the lake, a bustling creative night fair also drew large crowds. From creative handcrafted cultural products to refreshing specialty drinks, a wide array of offerings appealed to diverse tastes of visitors. There were also performances entertaining the visitors.
"There are so many stalls and even live band performances. I'm really impressed. I think it's a perfect place for young people to hang out," said Hu Yuyan, a visitor.
This event, blending technology, culture, tourism, and consumption, attracted over 100,000 visitors, significantly boosted business across nearby hotels, restaurants, and stores.
Zhejiang’s water town puts up summer night light show
