Lantern riddles

Lantern riddles are puzzles traditionally written on or inside lanterns, often displayed during festivals like the Lantern Festival in China. Participants read the riddle and try to solve it by interpreting clues related to words, phrases, or cultural references. The riddles often involve wordplay, metaphor, or cultural knowledge. Solving them requires insight and lateral thinking, making the activity both entertaining and mentally stimulating. Originally, these riddles served as entertainment and social bonding, blending linguistic skill with cultural tradition, celebrating ingenuity and community during seasonal festivities.