Appreciating Shenzhen's landmark,inheriting its spirit

組稿策劃 吳 翔

無須揚鞭自奮蹄，深圳人民爭創新。

The Pioneering Ox hunching forward學做拓荒牛，創新自當先

廣東 羅家嶸

指導老師 吳 翔

When it comes to the most representative statue in Shenzhen,the Pioneering Ox,located in the Shenzhen Municipal Committee of the CPC,is commonly acknowledged as a symbol of Shenzhen,revealing the spirits of innovation and perseverance.

Shaped in a tough and mighty appearance,the Pioneering Ox hunches forward as if to open up a brand new field.With all his strength gathered,even the tree roots are pulled out.In Chinese culture,the spirits of oxen include serving selflessly,working tirelessly for the people,and driving innovative development and so does the Pioneering Ox.

In order to accelerate economic development,Shenzhen was chosen to be the special economic zone as a pioneer.To commemorate the efforts these pioneers had made during the process of reform and opening up,the Pioneering Ox was constructed and soon became the icon of Shenzhen.It symbolizes the strength and passion of the first generation of entrepreneurs who have transformed Shenzhen dramatically from a small,impoverished fishing village into an international and vibrant city.

Whenever I catch sight of the Pioneering Ox,I am reminded of my father,who came to Shenzhen after graduation.Unfortunately,the only 100 yuan he brought was robbed.However,he started his business from scratch,earned his fortune and settled down in Shenzhen eventually.As a matter of fact,countless people like my father have realized their dreams here,seeking their personal well-being while contributing to promoting this city's development.

Living in such an innovative city,we young people are supposed to learn from the Pioneering Ox,moving forward with a determined mind and an enterprising spirit.

四十四年同風起，鵬城直上九萬里。

A roc flying in the heart of Shenzhen市民中心，大鵬騰飛

廣東 田沛琦

指導老師 吳 翔

See a giant roc landing in the center of the city? What is the impressive creature? Actually,it is Shenzhen Civil Center,the largest administration department here.

Sitting in the center of Shenzhen,the architecture is now surrounded by numerous modern buildings.With its amazing light show,it provides a fascinating view for all the citizens and tourists present.

Designed by American architect Lee Timchula,Shenzhen Civil Center contains various zones for both officials and residents.Except for the main area for government conferences,there is also a museum,an industrial exhibition hall and comprehensive archives,attracting tourists and locals to pay a visit and gain better knowledge of Shenzhen.

On the top of this architecture lies a broad road connecting Shenzhen Civil Center and Lianhua Mountain,from whose highest hills you can catch a full sight of the whole downtown.Shenzhen Civil Center has a vast bent roof painted in light blue,symbolizing the broad sky.The two pillars,the yellow and the red supporting it,took inspiration from the color of our national flag,representing the people's political rights.Moreover,resembling a roc spreading its wings,the architecture shows the innovative and aggressive spirits of local people and expresses the greatest blessings for the bright future of Shenzhen.

Since its first landing in 2003,Shenzhen Civil Center,two years older than me,has always been a part of my daily life and gives me a sense of belonging.So far,it has witnessed both the growth of a generation of youth and the prosperity of a young city.It is a symbol of home in all citizens' hearts and keeps providing them with permanent motivation to advance forward.

憶昔前浪筑荒村，今朝“春筍”啟新程。

Heritage of pioneers—the Spring Bamboo破土而出，向陽而生

廣東 丁昊坤

指導老師 吳 翔

As a fascinating scenery in Shenzhen,the Spring Bamboo architecture,originally called“China Resources Tower”,has caught countless visitors'eyes.

Located in Nanshan District,the Spring Bamboo is 67,000 square meters wide as well as 392.5 meters high with 66 floors above ground and 5 floors underground.It has gained the award of the“13th China Steel Structure Gold Award Project”and“CTBUH 2019 Award of Best Tall Building 300-399 meters”.

Under the guidance of“Time is money.Efficiency is life.”by Yuan Geng since 1978 when Shenzhen became a special economic zone,numerous ambitious workers have worked hand-in-hand to construct the forest-like buildings miraculously in less than 40 years,including the Spring Bamboo.Not only does this fantastic building demonstrate a new height of Chinese architecture,but it also implies the vitality and creativity Shenzhen citizens hold just like real spring bamboo in nature.

To memorize this unforgettable period of time,the Spring Bamboo is set up as a symbol of vitality and perseverance,which boosts citizens' confidence in a promising future.Currently,it has become a landmark of Shenzhen.

Two years ago,I photographed the fabulous scenery of the splendid building.When I put the lens towards it,it seemed to film all the difficulties the pioneers have experienced and a sense of honor naturally occurred to me.The pioneers left the heritage of vitality and creativity to its citizens and they inherit the spirit.Now,it's time for us to spread the spirit to make more people benefit from it.