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China: In ancient China, sky lanterns were created as a method for the military to technically communicate secret messages while taking siege on a city at night. Although, nowadays they are used as objects within traditional festivals to emphasize the unity of family coming back together during the first full moon. This is represented by the lanterns all coming together in the sky upon being released and the roundness of the lanterns express the wholeness of family. Before Sky Lanterns were used in a culture manner in their society, it was used as a means of communication in the military. However with the passing of time, it shifted to symbolizing a family reunion. Hence, the importance of Sky Lanterns during the Mid-Autumn Festival and the Yuan Xiao Festival where they promote reconciliation, peace and forgiveness alongside the unity of family.