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Not Just the Fortune Monkey: Taipei Lantern Festival’s Colorful Blowing Monkey Decor Wins Praise

Published: 2026-09-24 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-24 — The Fortune Monkey at the Taipei Lantern Festival sparked heated discussion—some found it ugly, others thought it fun. Toward the end, a 3D light show even projected negative comments and ridicule from social media users. This witty, self-deprecating creativity reignited lively debate, successfully generating buzz and drawing crowds. Regardless of people’s feelings about the Fortune Monkey, other lantern displays at the festival also received positive feedback from visitors. In particular, the large Water Curtain Cave scenery in the center of the event attracted many visitors eager to take photos, along with a light show that was well-received.

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The Fortune Monkey at the Taipei Lantern Festival sparked heated discussion—some found it ugly, others thought it fun. Toward the end, a 3D light show even projected negative comments and ridicule from social media users. This witty, self-deprecating creativity reignited lively debate, successfully generating buzz and drawing crowds. Regardless of people’s feelings about the Fortune Monkey, other lantern displays at the festival also received positive feedback from visitors. In particular, the large Water Curtain Cave scenery in the center of the event attracted many visitors eager to take photos, along with a light show that was well-received.

Since its unveiling, the design of the Fortune Monkey has been widely discussed by the public, sparking conversation. (Photo / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Zhang Yingying)

The Blowing Monkey Theater features the Monkey King blowing out 36 little monkeys surrounding the Water Curtain Cave and Flame Mountain, each in a playful and adorable form. A music and light show highlights the display, capturing the attention of onlookers.

The Water Curtain Cave, rendered with lights to depict images of clouds and water, is part of the Blowing Monkey Theater exhibition area. (Photo / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Zhang Yingying)

Numerous small monkeys surround the Water Curtain Cave scenery, offering enjoyment from different viewing angles. (Photo / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Zhang Yingying)

Next to the Water Curtain Cave scenery is a large head sculpture of the Monkey King, from which 36 small monkeys emerge. (Photo / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Zhang Yingying)

The giraffe and monkey musician lantern area is also very popular. (Photo / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Zhang Yingying)

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