Iconic Characters and Landmarks Arrive in Style: A Magical Winter Kingdom Awaits
New Taipei City Government Tourism and Travel Department Press Release-November 18, 2024
Iconic Characters and Landmarks Arrive in Style: A Magical Winter Kingdom Awaits
[New Taipei City News]The 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City invites everyone to embark on a whimsical journey through a magical city featuring creative installations and international icons. Beloved characters such as the Minions, Godzilla vs. Kong, Barbie, Snackles, and Transformers will light up the festivities. Adding a local touch, Yehliu Geopark’s iconic Queen’s Head makes a surprise appearance, welcoming visitors for 48 days of magical exploration and joy!
This year’s Christmasland features unique attractions spread across various zones. Among the highlights:
- “Banana Day with Minions” at Citizen Square (near Zhongshan and Xinfu Road intersection), where these adorable characters await fans of all ages for memorable photo opportunities.
- “Fantasy Cinema” at Wanping Park, where immersive light displays bring iconic films to life:
- “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” offers a chance to stand between two legendary titans and feel their imposing presence.
- Transformers Hero Zone showcases iconic characters Optimus Prime and Megatron in a dazzling display of robotic grandeur.
- The Hot Wheels Bone Shaker Flame Car is meticulously recreated at a 1:64 scale, capturing the charm of the classic 2011 model.
- Families can enjoy the legendary UNO Classic Card Game Zone, while Snackles characters—a group of cute, snack-loving furballs—bring festive cheer with their “Christmas Portal” attraction.
- “Barbie’s Dream Christmas Wardrobe” presents a stylish pink wonderland, perfect for those seeking magical holiday selfies.
At Citizen Square’s “Magical City” Light Zone, a collaboration with the Tourism Bureau’s North Coast and Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration recreates Yehliu Geopark’s Queen’s Head using colorful weaving techniques and metallic frameworks. This luminous art installation transitions between vibrant colors day and night, creating a stunning play of light and shadow.
The Twilight City Zone at Banqiao Station’s southern plaza features immersive light art for a spectacular winter masquerade, including the crystalline “Galactic Destiny” installation. Visitors can marvel at the sparkling entrance decorated with “Enchanted Ice Crystals”, combining blue and silver hues to evoke a magical winter kingdom.
Beyond the illuminations, urban beautification extends to the double-curved soundproof walls along County Boulevard at Banqiao Station. Vibrant color films paired with dynamic light art create dazzling displays, with a special “Christmas Edition” show running every evening on the hour for 15 minutes.
For more information on the 2024 Christmasland in New Taipei City, please visit the official website.
【This news release has been translated by ChatGPT.】
