"Christmasland in New Taipei City" Wins 2024 French Design Awards Global Platinum Award
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New Taipei City Government Tourism Bureau Press Release 23rd April 113.4
"Christmasland in New Taipei City" Wins 2024 French Design Awards Global Platinum Award
【New Taipei City News】The event "Christmasland in New Taipei City," organized by the New Taipei City Tourism Bureau, has been honored with the prestigious Platinum Award in the "2024 French Design Awards - Architectural Design - Outdoor Lighting & Nightscapes" category. This recognition not only enhances the international visibility of New Taipei City but also elevates the brand of "Christmasland in New Taipei City" to international acclaim.
The "French Design Awards," established by the International Awards Association (IAA), is a renowned international design award that seeks outstanding creative works from designers worldwide, evaluating them in five major categories: architecture, concept, interior, packaging, and product design. The competition attracted over a thousand entries from more than 30 countries and regions, including the United States, Japan, Italy, mainland China, Australia, and Poland, among others. Among these entries, "Christmasland in New Taipei City," organized by the New Taipei City Government, emerged as the winner, receiving the prestigious Global Platinum Award.
From November 17th of the previous year (112) to January 1st of the current year (113), "Christmasland in New Taipei City," with the theme "Santar Bears and Friends," created four delightful light zones, utilizing innovative naked-eye 3D technology to produce the widest range of projection for light sculpture performances. This event garnered attention from both domestic and international media. In January of this year, it was honored by Australian media "Urban List" as one of the "Top 10 Christmas destinations in the world to visit." Now, it adds another achievement with the international design award.
The organizers described the winning work on the award's website, stating that "Christmasland in New Taipei City" is one of the few festival tourism events held in urban areas. Within the framework of urban and commercial activities, it must integrate with local business districts to deepen its impact. Located in the bustling Xinban Special District of New Taipei, whether in creating an atmosphere in the light zones or through substantive business collaborations, the joint efforts of the public and private sectors significantly enhance the scale and level of the event. Therefore, from the inception of the event, the New Taipei City Government has recognized the above characteristics, connecting surrounding businesses and unique attractions through "Christmasland in New Taipei City," integrating tourism resources, and planning a brilliant shopping journey in New Taipei City. This not only boosts the benefits of the event but also drives the development of festive tourism in the city, garnering praise over the years and receiving international media recognition. Many tourists have also come to know the Banqiao District through "Christmasland in New Taipei City," stimulating the economy of surrounding business districts.
Yang Zongmin, Director of the New Taipei City Government Tourism Bureau, stated that the "Christmasland in New Taipei City" event is about to enter its 14th year and has long been one of the most representative Christmas events nationwide. Being able to stand out from numerous entries and receive the honor of the "2024 French Design Awards" not only thanks the organizers for their recognition of the city but also appreciates the support of various departments, local teams, and partners. It is with their collective efforts that such achievements are made. He hopes that in the future, everyone will work together to continue promoting New Taipei City's tourism resources internationally, creating more international brands for activities. For more information, please visit the relevant links for inquiries.
【This news release has been translated by ChatGPT.】
"Christmasland in New Taipei City" Wins 2024 French Design Awards Global Platinum Award
【New Taipei City News】The event "Christmasland in New Taipei City," organized by the New Taipei City Tourism Bureau, has been honored with the prestigious Platinum Award in the "2024 French Design Awards - Architectural Design - Outdoor Lighting & Nightscapes" category. This recognition not only enhances the international visibility of New Taipei City but also elevates the brand of "Christmasland in New Taipei City" to international acclaim.
The "French Design Awards," established by the International Awards Association (IAA), is a renowned international design award that seeks outstanding creative works from designers worldwide, evaluating them in five major categories: architecture, concept, interior, packaging, and product design. The competition attracted over a thousand entries from more than 30 countries and regions, including the United States, Japan, Italy, mainland China, Australia, and Poland, among others. Among these entries, "Christmasland in New Taipei City," organized by the New Taipei City Government, emerged as the winner, receiving the prestigious Global Platinum Award.
From November 17th of the previous year (112) to January 1st of the current year (113), "Christmasland in New Taipei City," with the theme "Santar Bears and Friends," created four delightful light zones, utilizing innovative naked-eye 3D technology to produce the widest range of projection for light sculpture performances. This event garnered attention from both domestic and international media. In January of this year, it was honored by Australian media "Urban List" as one of the "Top 10 Christmas destinations in the world to visit." Now, it adds another achievement with the international design award.
The organizers described the winning work on the award's website, stating that "Christmasland in New Taipei City" is one of the few festival tourism events held in urban areas. Within the framework of urban and commercial activities, it must integrate with local business districts to deepen its impact. Located in the bustling Xinban Special District of New Taipei, whether in creating an atmosphere in the light zones or through substantive business collaborations, the joint efforts of the public and private sectors significantly enhance the scale and level of the event. Therefore, from the inception of the event, the New Taipei City Government has recognized the above characteristics, connecting surrounding businesses and unique attractions through "Christmasland in New Taipei City," integrating tourism resources, and planning a brilliant shopping journey in New Taipei City. This not only boosts the benefits of the event but also drives the development of festive tourism in the city, garnering praise over the years and receiving international media recognition. Many tourists have also come to know the Banqiao District through "Christmasland in New Taipei City," stimulating the economy of surrounding business districts.
Yang Zongmin, Director of the New Taipei City Government Tourism Bureau, stated that the "Christmasland in New Taipei City" event is about to enter its 14th year and has long been one of the most representative Christmas events nationwide. Being able to stand out from numerous entries and receive the honor of the "2024 French Design Awards" not only thanks the organizers for their recognition of the city but also appreciates the support of various departments, local teams, and partners. It is with their collective efforts that such achievements are made. He hopes that in the future, everyone will work together to continue promoting New Taipei City's tourism resources internationally, creating more international brands for activities. For more information, please visit the relevant links for inquiries.
【This news release has been translated by ChatGPT.】
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