Lantan Moon Shadow Pond Introduction
Urban New Aesthetics - "Moonlight Reflections in the Pool" Exhibition The Lan Tan area covers approximately 70 hectares and is located near the foothills of Shan Zi Ding in Chiayi City, about 3 kilometers from the city center. Historically known as "Red Hair Pond," it is said to have been dug by the Dutch over 300 years ago, hence the name "Lan Tan." It serves as the main water supply source for the Chiayi area and features vast land with rich natural ecological resources. The area behind the scenic spot hosts a diverse range of plants and insects, making it a renowned tourist attraction in Chiayi. The "Moonlight Reflections in the Pool" installation is a recently completed travel highlight located in the back garden of Chiayi City - the Lan Tan Scenic Area. It is the work of artist Wang Wenzhen and consists of an aluminum-woven hollow structure, where light and shadows transform under the moonlight, resembling a bird's nest built over the pond, harmonizing with the surrounding trees and birds, infused with a natural rustic charm. The design theme of "Moonlight Reflections in the Pool" features "moonlight" representing the beautiful "moonlit" view, and "pool" reflecting the ripples in the lake, while the homophonic "talking heart" indicates leisurely chats by the pond, conveying the landscape imagery of Lan Tan's "moon, water, and pond." The ceramic water drop at the bottom of the pool resembles an endless water source from Lan Tan, extending into a colorful dream. The upper part of the central bird's nest resembles a peach, symbolizing Chiayi City's ancient name "Peach City." The side nests stand tall like a turkey tail, evoking thoughts of the local specialty "turkey rice." The shape integrates Chiayi City's cultural and tourism characteristics. Climbing into the woven aluminum bird's nest and looking outward is akin to the experience described in the famous "Notes on the Yueyang Tower," where visitors appreciate the view, offering different scenes and landscapes whether during the day, night, rainy, or sunny weather. The nighttime lighting features four segments of change, creating different aesthetics and providing a recreational spot for the public at night.
