Red Riddle Lanterns Hang on Tree in Hangzhou

Vibrant red paper lanterns dangle from the spreading branches of a leafy tree along a bustling Hangzhou street. Each sphere features intricate black calligraphy riddles written in traditional script. Fresh green leaves interlace with the glowing orbs, filtering the late afternoon sun into shifting patches of gold and shadow. Damp surfaces reflect the soft, warm light, while the dense canopy creates a rhythmic pattern of bright spots and deep shadows across the pavement. Wet stones beside the tree glisten under the filtered sun. One wooden handle on a nearby stall catches the light.