Taiwan’s Only Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree Transforms the City into a Dreamy European Wonderland

Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team, compiled and reported

Keelung City – For three consecutive years collaborating with various churches to organize Christmas events, this year’s “Heavenly Child Descends, True Love in Keelung” Christmas celebration series features a 21-meter-tall “Ocean Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree” made from 7,000 PET bottles. This is the only one of its kind in all of Taiwan and also the most distinctive Christmas tree, allowing citizens to enjoy the festive Christmas atmosphere while also sharing in the beauty of environmental conservation.

This year’s event incorporates environmental awareness, inviting everyone to contribute to loving the Earth. With activities spanning a full month, church partners have put in great effort and careful planning to create a series of events. With minimal funding, they have successfully organized distinctive city Christmas celebrations in Keelung for three consecutive years. This year, the event also integrates local cuisine and the gift industry, making it both visually appealing and delicious.

The eco-friendly Christmas tree stands 21 meters tall and is built from 7,000 PET bottles, making it the largest eco-friendly Christmas tree in Taiwan. It will be on display from December 9 to January 2 of the following year, featuring traditional art lanterns and 3D stereoscopic displays on-site.

Before December 23, a series of exciting performances will also take place at Marine Plaza, featuring indigenous dance, Hakka cultural and artistic performances, rock music nights, magic shows, and puppet shows by the Hope Book Theatre Troupe. On December 23 from 12 noon to 3 p.m., a Christmas charity fair will be held at Marine Plaza, inviting citizens to join in the fun. In the evening at 6 p.m., there will also be a lively Christmas party featuring renowned street artist Chen Man-Ching, who will perform an exciting jazz drum solo live.