500 ft. na dragon installation sa Lucky Chinatown Mall, binuksan na sa publiko

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00:00 The entire mall's atrium is almost covered with this 500-foot-long dragon installation.

00:07 The dragon's entire body rotates from inside to outside the mall.

00:12 It was built in honor of the Chinese New Year and the 430th anniversary of the founding of Binondo,

00:20 the oldest Chinese town in the world.

00:24 The design was made by Filipino artist Leroy Nhu using local materials such as bamboo,

00:32 abanico, ratan, bamboo, and cinnamay.

00:36 It reflects the rich history of Binondo.

00:39 According to Nhu, this is the longest design he's ever made, which he said was only done in three weeks.

00:46 It spans more than 500 feet.

00:49 And the intent was for the dragon's tail to come out of the mall so that people can see a glimpse of it from outside,

00:57 but also to draw back the energy back into the mall.

01:00 The tail points back into one of the entrances of the mall.

01:04 The landmark structure is considered to symbolize the establishment of Binondo the Dragon.

01:10 The mall wanted this to be the main destination this Chinese New Year.

01:15 The activities are also on the line, such as the Chinese New Year Countdown,

01:19 Prosperity Fair, where you can see the collection of lucky trinkets,

01:24 and you can also enjoy the rituals inside the mall.

01:28 We all know that the dragon is a symbol of power, strength, and good fortune.

01:35 So that's what we wish for CNY 2024.

01:38 And this installation will be the main attraction of Lucky Chinatown Mall for the rest of the year.

01:45 Chariza Espargo for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.

01:51 [Indistinct chatter]