COMPETITORS
JUDGING PANEL
the Department of Performing Arts
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Jinju Culture & Art Foundation
of the world's largest Aomori Youth Union
Impressive Entry
The Gate of Auspiciousness
L20m*W8m*H10m
Materials: Steel frame structure, wireframe model, custom-colored satin, with certain components completed using sprayed fabric. The structure is assembled in sections.
The Gate of Auspiciousness, also known as Long Mon Quan, is a prominent symbol in Eastern culture. Its design draws inspiration from the majestic imagery of dragons during the Tran Dynasty. This imagery is closely associated with the legend of the “Carp Crossing the Dragon Gate,” a tale where a carp transforms into a dragon after successfully passing through the sacred gate, symbolizing power, strength, and good fortune.
A Symbol of Perseverance and Success:
The image of the carp overcoming the Dragon Gate represents resilience, determination, and triumph over challenges. Just as the carp must swim against strong currents and ascend cascading waterfalls to transform, humans must endure hardships to achieve success.
The Tran Dynasty dragon is deeply rooted in Vietnamese cultural heritage and embodies the strength and valor of the era. The dragons of this period are often depicted gracefully and fluidly, with their bodies curving elegantly and their heads held high, exuding both majesty and approachability.
This iconic dragon symbolizes royal authority, national pride, and the harmonious connection between humanity and nature, while also reflecting the spirit of independence and resilience that defines the Vietnamese people.
Award-Winning Entry
The Divine Tree
L11m * W8m * H9m
The structure features a steel frame, a wireframe model, and custom-colored satin with certain components finished using sprayed fabric. The design includes a tree simulation with some outlines illuminated by LED strips.
In traditional Eastern culture, the Divine Tree (Phu Tang) and Jupiter (Moc Tinh), as described in the Selection of Strange Tales in Linh Nam and the Classic of Mountains and Seas, hold profound symbolic meanings. These elements represent sacred ideas and philosophies of life, eternity, and purity.
The Divine Tree (Phu Tang): According to legend, the Phu Tang tree grows in the East, where the sun rises, symbolizing beginnings, life, and energy. It is considered the place where the sun rests before starting its journey across the sky. In literature and art, the Divine Tree often appears as a symbol of renewal and positive energy.
Jupiter (Moc Tinh): In Eastern philosophy and astronomy, Jupiter is both a celestial body and a key element in the Five Elements philosophy, representing the Wood element and symbolizing growth and development. In ancient beliefs, Jupiter was often regarded as the patron planet of spring, signifying growth, fertility, and harmony in nature. Its connection to the concept of trees underscores the importance of life and nature’s strength.