Lan Tan Moonlight Pool Introduction
The "Moonlight Reflection in the Heart of the Pond" exhibition, located at Lantan (previously known as Hongmao Pond) in Chiayi City, covers an area of approximately 70 hectares. It is situated in the eastern suburban area near Shanziding, just 3 kilometers from the city center. Legend has it that this pond was excavated over 300 years ago by the Dutch, thus earning the name "Lantan," which is a major source of water supply in the Chiayi region. The vast area is rich in natural ecological resources, and the scenic area's back mountains are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, making it a famous tourist attraction in Chiayi. The "Moonlight Reflection in the Heart of the Pond" is a newly completed highlight of tourism located in the Lantan scenic area, known as the backyard of Chiayi City. This artwork by artist Wang Wenzhi features a hollow structure woven from aluminum sheets, transforming under the moonlight with unique beauty, resembling a bird's nest constructed over the pond, echoing the surrounding trees and birds, filled with natural wild charm. The design theme of "Moonlight Reflection in the Heart of the Pond" evokes the scenic beauty of moonlight and the ripples of the lake, while the homophonic "talking heart" conveys the leisurely emotions of visiting the pond, depicting Lantan's landscape imagery of "moon, water, and enjoying the pond." The ceramic round water droplets at the bottom suggest the endless water source of Lantan, extending into a colorful dream. The upper half of the bird's nest resembles a peach, symbolizing Chiayi City’s ancient name, "Peach City." The side nests stand tall like turkey tails, reminiscent of the local famous dish "turkey rice." The design incorporates the cultural and tourism characteristics of Chiayi City. Ascending into the hollow bird's nest woven from aluminum sheets offers a viewpoint much like the descriptions of climbing Yueyang Tower in ancient literature, allowing for various scenarios and landscapes, whether day or night, rainy or sunny. The night lighting changes in four segments, creating different aesthetics and providing a recreational destination for the public during nighttime.
