Paper lanterns come in various shapes and sizes, as well as various methods of construction. In their simplest form, they are simply a paper bag with a candle placed inside, although more complicated lanterns consist of a collapsible bamboo or metal frame of hoops covered with tough paper.
During dinner one night the hotel staff asked us if we'd like to release a lantern into the sky. I've never done this but that it was a pretty cool idea. After dinner the staff brought us a large paper lantern which they lit and gave to us. All we really had to do was let it fly. It was certainly memorable watching the lanterns float away in the distance. Enjoy the video.
