Festival shows Chaoyang in new light

A mix of natural beauty, interactive art and high-tech installations gives the district of the capital a chic appearance, Du Juan reports.

The 2024 Beijing Chaoyang International Light Festival, which kicked off on Oct 18 and will continue until Nov 10, has illuminated the city including places such as the Olympic central area and the Liangma River zone, merging modern technology with artistic brilliance to provide a visual feast for the public.

The opening ceremony on the night of Oct 18 attracted people of all ages to get together and enjoy the light show with music, as well as snacks and drinks at a market nearby.

"The 'light apples' with yellow and red colors are hanging in the trees along the site, making the night look so pretty," says a local resident, Li Lingling, in her 20s. "The snack stalls provide so many choices. It has a chill vibe to eat and drink outside here, enjoying a night at the weekend with lights, music and a cool breeze."

Wen Xian, Party secretary of Chaoyang district, says that the festival, leveraging artificial intelligence digital technologies, will serve as a big stage for artists from home and abroad, international sporting events, and corporate entities, inviting people to delve into the boundless realms where light intersects with technology, art and culture in the vibrant heart of Chaoyang.