The dandelions are lit daily at 6pm, spreading light and holiday wishes
2013 Hong Kong WinterFest was recently launched with celebrations, offers and gigantic dandelions to carry festive wishes
“WISH”, the centrepiece of the “Wishes on the Wind” programme of Hong Kong WinterFest, comprises three humongous dandelion flowers.
From now until Jan 1, 2014, the dandelions will be lit up from 6pm every day, spreading light and warm wishes to visitors and residents.
Giant Wish Carriers
“WISH” comprises three 15-metre high (about five storeys) dandelions whose stems are made of glass and mosaics, as well as a number of one-metre high seeds scattered across Stature Square.
There are also smaller seeds in the flowers, consisting of 36,000 LEDs. The large sculpture took US artist Robert Buchholz and his team about ten days to install.
The lighting effects are specially-programmed such that the seeds create different colours. Every 15 minutes, “WISH” changes colour to the rhythm of Mariah Carey’s cover song “All I Want for Christmas is You”, illuminating the Square and enhancing the festive ambience.
There is a belief that if you make a wish before blowing on a dandelion and letting its seeds dance in the wind, your wish will come true. “WISH” intends to have the wishes of its spectators carried in the wind.
Buchholz has said that the three dandelions are representations of his parents and him.
Special Celebrations & Offers
American Express and T Galleria by DFS have joined hands to offer special privileges. Between Dec 16, 2013 and Jan 19, 2014, American Express Card members will receive shopping coupons upon spending a designated amount at the three T Galleria by DFS stores in Hong Kong.
To provide visitors with an immersive experience during the Christmas and New Year holiday period, WinterFest also features programmes and offers by malls, dining districts, hotels and attractions, including Disneyland and Ocean Park.
Visit www.DiscoverHongKong.com/winterfest/ for more.
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