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To celebrate "Year of the Tiger," Bellagio's Conservatory 2022 Chinese Lunar New Year arrangement is entitled "Eye of the Tiger" and is designed to bring prosperity and good luck to all who visit the exhibit.
The exhibit's main focal point features Foo Dogs, a money tree, waterfall, sculptured bronze Tiger with a tail that extends 30-feet into the air, and various plant materials.
Foo Dogs represent protection and safety, while the money tree is symbolic of affluence and nobility, The waterfall represent wealth with profits pouring in from all sides. A sculptured tiger that weighs over 8,000 pounds represents strength, passion, bravery, and ambition.
There are tangerines and oranges throughout the exhibits because in China these fruits are given as gifts during the Lunar New Year to represent happiness and prosperity.
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Located in the center section of the conservatory are golden lotus flowers that signify rebirth, recovery, and perfect beauty. Other natural flowers are found around the perimeter of the exhibit.
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Ding Vessels are ancient Chinese cauldrons that stand on legs and have two facing handles. The Vessels are symbolic of status and power and have burning incense sticks on their lids.
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The north side of the conservatory features a tea house, pond with live Koi fish, Book of Tong Sing, jade medallions and giant moon reflecting a tiger image hanging from the ceiling, and large peony floral sculptures.
A placard stated: "Tea, which has its roots in China, plays a significant role in Asian culture and is presented during important events and ceremonies. To the right of the tea house a Book of Tong Sing, a tome of wisdom based on the Chinese Almanac, sits atop an intricately carve wooden bench, inviting visitors to reflect on their good fortune." The Book of Tong Sing means "Know Everything Book" and contains information on everything from astrology to herbal remedies.
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The south side of the Conservatory features a pagoda that was inspired by The Temple of the Six Banyan Trees in Guangzhou, China, which was built in 537 AD.
On the right side of the Temple are children that have just purchased something from the knickknack peddle. A placard stated: "The Knickknack Peddler...teaches the children about managing their finances and the value of currency. Some children will purchase firecrackers that will disappear after lighting them. While others that bought a fishing pole will be able to eat for a lifetime."
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The Pomegranate tree is considered a symbol of fertility and having many children. It also represents a beautiful and bountiful year ahead.
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As we were leaving, we stopped by the hotel lobby to take a few additional pictures.
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BONUS PICTURES
Sophia's high school Chinese class outdid themselves at their annual Chinese New Celebration. This was their biggest and best program ever!
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MORE BONUS PICTURES
Pictured below is the Starting Five for California State University Northridge (CSUN) basketball team. We subscribed to ESPN+ so that we can watch all of Ashley's games.
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