http://escape-bbs.info/News/what-are-paper-lanterns/ Paper lanterns are a type of lamp, and they are made from paper and some lighting source. This lighting source is usually either a flame or a light bulb. They have been used for many years, mostly by the Chinese and Japanese. Paper lanterns come in all kinds of shapes and sizes today. [.] Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:50:59 CST en