Lanterns light path to prosperity in Xishan

Lanterns made by Xifeng Tuanyuan Lantern Manufacturing Co are on display in Xifeng county, Guiyang, Southwest China's Guizhou province. [Photo/Guiyang news network] 

In order to channel more resources into local employment, the government of Xishan town in Xifeng county encouraged the founding of Xifeng Tuanyuan Lantern Manufacturing Co in June of this year. 

Covering an area of 1,000 square meters, the company features three zones responsible for the production, drying, and exhibition of lanterns. The lantern company now has been officially set into operation, and employs 13 local villagers in Xishan town.

 "Lantern-making isn't very difficult or intense, so it is easy to engage villagers into the production activity," said Yang Zhongzhi, vice secretary of the CPC branch in Tuanyuan village, Xishan town. 

"I like working at the company, as the conditions are pleasant, the work is not hard, and I can adjust my work schedule when needed," said Liu Dingfen, a worker of the company.