The annual greenery spectacle: The 2016 Taipei & New Taipei Christmas Tree Competition — after seeing these, you'll want to rush off and check them out!
▲ The Star Wish Christmas Tree at Taipei Main Station. (Photo / Reporter Li Yukang)
Reporter Yu Jiayun / Comprehensive Report
With Christmas just around the corner and the buzz from New Taipei City’s Christmas Town, the festive atmosphere in both Taipei City and New Taipei City is especially lively. The Christmas trees at major department stores, local governments, and hotels are all vying to stand out—not just in size and beauty, but also in creativity. ETtoday’s photography team has specially compiled a list of seven must-see, photo-worthy Christmas trees in Taipei and New Taipei this year. After reading this, you’ll know exactly where to head for Christmas!
Indoor Height Award
The 19.5-meter Star Wish Christmas Tree by Breeze Group is the tallest indoor Christmas tree in Taiwan. It is adorned with sparkling stars symbolizing every little wish and carries the hope of making dreams come true.
Taipei Main Station Plaza, No. 3, Beiping West Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
▲ The Star Wish Christmas Tree in the central area of Taipei Main Station. (Photo / Reporter Li Yukang)
Luck-Turning Award
The Uni-President Times Department Store at Taipei City Hall Transportation Hub has created a colorful and romantic Christmas town. The Christmas tree that changes colors periodically is surrounded by a carousel and hot air balloons—perfect if you’re looking to turn your luck around in the new year!
No. 8, Section 5, Zhongxiao East Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City
▲ The Christmas tree in the central area of Taipei City Hall Transportation Hub changes colors periodically. (Photo / Reporter Li Yukang)
▲ A dreamy holiday park limited to the Christmas season. (Photo / Reporter Li Yukang)
Luxury and Grandeur Award
Considered the tallest and most magnificent in Taipei, the Christmas tree located at the fountain plaza of Mandarin Oriental Taipei and Mandarin Gallery shines even brighter against the backdrop of European-style architecture and a fountain.
No. 158, Dunhua North Road, Songshan District, Taipei City
▲ The Christmas tree in the central area of the hotel is surrounded by a luxurious ambiance. (Photo / Reporter Li Yukang)
▲ The Christmas tree looks majestic next to the fountain.
Overnight Sensation Popularity Award
Bellavita has decorated the first floor of the department store into a European-style wooden cabin Christmas village, which attracted crowds on its opening day, making it arguably the most popular photo spot for Christmas in Taiwan this year.
No. 28, Songren Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City
▲ Bellavita is crowded with people taking photos every day during the Christmas season. (Photo / Reporter Lin Shiwen)
▲ Crowds scramble to take photos in front of the wooden cabins. (Photo / Reporter Lin Shiwen)
Girl’s-Heart Explosion Award
PANDORA designed a glittering birdcage pendant, placing silver-white Christmas trees, snowmen, and sleigh ornaments inside, instantly turning it into the trendiest and most festive large ornament on Taipei’s streets.
No. 300, Section 3, Zhongxiao East Road, Da’an District, Taipei City
▲ The dazzling birdcage pendant on display. (Photo / Reporter Lin Shiwen)
Quantity Equals Beauty Award
Miramar Entertainment Park has partnered with kids’ favorite Yo-kai Watch this year, placing an extra whimsical giant Christmas tree next to the fountain. Numerous plants inside the mall have also been turned into “fake Christmas trees,” instantly creating the Christmas mall with the most Christmas trees.
No. 20, Jingye 3rd Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
▲ A giant Monster Watch Christmas tree outside the mall. (Photo / Reporter Lin Shiwen)
▲ Rows of “fake Christmas trees” are particularly amusing. (Photo / Reporter Lin Shiwen)
▲ The fountain reflects the images of the Christmas tree and the Ferris wheel. (Photo / Reporter Lin Shiwen)
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This year, the New Taipei City Government has meticulously created an international-level light sculpture feast for the New Taipei City Happy Christmas City, featuring a “360-degree 3D stereoscopic light sculpture projection Christmas tree.” Through ever-changing projections, various appearances of the Christmas tree can be seen, creating a joyful and fantastical atmosphere.
No. 161, Section 1, Zhongshan Road, Banqiao District, New Taipei City (New Taipei City Civic Plaza)
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▲ The surrounding Tiffany light sea is incredibly romantic at night. (Photo / Reporter Lin Shiwen)
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