Sydney Harbour Bridge, Lunar Lanterns, Dragon
Lunar Lanterns have been installed around the city to celebrate the 20th anniversary of City of Sydney’s Chinese New Year Festival. In the Chinese zodiac, every year is symbolised by an animal and this year is the Year of the Monkey. This Dragon lantern, created by artist Fan Dongwang is located in Hickson Road Reserve with a backdrop of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Dragon is a symbol of good fortune and a sign of intense power, representing China’s emerging cultural identity.
Is the dragon in place permanently? or just for the holiday? We all need a bit of good fortune and intense power!
ReplyDeleteHels, just for the duration of the Chinese New Year Festival which will end on Sunday.
DeleteI'm sure the Chinese New Year has been celebrated in style this year
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colorful dragon, the Chinese symbol of happiness. Regards.
ReplyDeleteA colourful installation, and what a setting!
ReplyDeleteLove the bright color!
ReplyDeleteI agree with William: a colorful installation. I wondered if it's made of heavy plastic and will it remain there. Great photos. Have a great day. Jo
ReplyDeleteJo, the lanterns are made from colourful material which I assume is satin, stretched across their frames.
DeleteA super shot with the contrasting colours. Chinese Sydney.
ReplyDeleteAmazing angle! Arianna
ReplyDeletegreat !
ReplyDeleteTerrific capture and SO colorful!! Thanks for sharing, Jim!! Have a great weekend!!
ReplyDeleteNice capture!
ReplyDeleteNow that's a very cool lantern Jim.
ReplyDeletelovely view
ReplyDeleteWOW! Right there under the bridge or very close by. So colorful against the black bridge. Lovely composition.
ReplyDeleteGreat shot of the bridge.
ReplyDeleteDelightful!
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