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2026 marks 80 years since The Little Prince was first published. To mark the occasion, the New Taipei City Government has introduced scenes from the timeless French classic to the beautiful landscapes of Bitan. Centered around a huge 19-meter-long inflatable of the beloved character, and featuring other installations of the Fox and the Rose, the Little Prince’s universe beckons visitors.

As the countdown reaches zero, fireworks illuminate a huge inflatable Little Prince and the surrounding waterfront to mark the official opening of the Bitan Landscape Art Festival.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the French story’s publication. The New Taipei City Government licensed the beloved IP for the festival, integrating scenes from the book into the Bitan waterfront. The highlight is this 19-meter-long inflatable of the Little Prince in a boat, along with other installations of the Fox and the Rose. Some fans brought their own collectibles.

Festival visitor
The Little Prince fan
My kids aren’t very familiar with it, but it’s nostalgic for me, so I brought them to come see it. I think they did very well with it. These flowers are beautiful.

Festival visitor
The Little Prince fan
I love The Little Prince. My kid’s textbook also covers the story, so I wanted to teach them more about the author.

Local business owners have also been invited to join in offering a market and music to visitors as they enjoy the peaceful waterfront and timeless charm of The Little Prince.

Hou You-yi
New Taipei City Mayor
Beyond combining Eastern and Western art and culture, it’s truly wonderful to see the Little Prince amid the landscapes of Bitan. This artistic atmosphere makes Bitan even more beautiful as night falls.

During the festival, paddleboats will also be available for rental at night, so visitors can soak in the romantic scene from the water as well as from the shore.

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