Lotus, it is a kind of ancient aquatic plants full of religious representatives, and myths in Chinese traditional culture. If you learn about the origin, legends and allusions of lotus flowers, you will feel the profound heritage of ancient culture when we enjoy the handicrafts of lotus flowers.

In the ancient Chinese culture, lotus flower has a lot of names. People regard lotus as a symbol of purity. Since ancient times to the future, people are obsessed with lotus, have written countless poems and have drawn countless paintings for lotus.

China has loved Lotus since ancient times. Lotus is one of the symbols of Taoism, a native religion in China. In Taoism, the Lotus symbolizes the practitioner, who struggle in the earth and finally achieved experience with always a pure heart.

In Buddhism and Hinduism, Lotus is a symbol of holiness and immortality. India’s national flower is lotus. India is the birthplace of Buddhism, Lotus is the symbol and mascot often mentioned in Buddhist scriptures.

Lotus has also been integrated into Chinese folklore. As early as the Song Dynasty, every June, Chinese folks will go to the pond, boating in light waves, viewing the lotuses, enjoying the summer breeze.

Late in night, people make the hand-made lotus lantern floating on the river, with candle lit. Sparkling stars, drifting water lantern, what a beautiful scene.