Yesterday, on January 15, 2026, the 40th Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Art Festival opened near Beijing in the Chinese mainland, transforming the scenic gorge into a dreamlike ice world inspired by the classic animated film The Monkey King: Havoc in Heaven. 🐒❄️
Drawing on the film’s iconic imagery, artists have recreated legendary scenes from the story in ice and snow. Towering ice sculptures capture memorable moments of the Monkey King’s heavenly adventures, while colorful lights cast a magical glow over the frost-carved landscapes.
For fans of animation nostalgia and winter artistry alike, this festival blends childhood memories with cutting-edge light design. Whether you’re snapping photos beneath icy arches or wandering through illuminated ice corridors, the experience promises to be both enchanting and Instagram-ready. 📸✨
Don’t miss this frosty celebration of one of China’s most beloved legends—perfect for a winter outing with friends! 🌨️
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Monkey King–inspired ice world lights up Beijing's Longqing Gorge
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