The Versatile Beauty of Shell Ginger
(Photo credit: iliworkshop) For years, the Taitung County Government has been dedicated to promoting local cultural crafts, with a particular emphasis on shell ginger, a valuable cultural asset of the indigenous peoples. The [...]
Brewing Stories: The Timeless Legacy of Taitung’s Indigenous Liquor Culture
(Photo Credit: TRULY WINE) (Photo Credit: @yusenlinlin) In Taitung, brewing is not just a craft; it is a bridge connecting generations and a vessel for cultural heritage. Liquor culture has [...]
Taitung Millet Farming: Bridging Sustainability and Cultural Heritage Transmission
(Photo credit: @ulivelivek) In Taitung, a land rich in resources, millet is not just a crop; it is a vital symbol that carries the cultural memory and spirit of the indigenous peoples. From [...]
Weaving Taitung’s Culture and Spirit with Centuries-Old Austronesian Techniques
(Photo Credit: kaiana) On the rich lands of Taitung, generations of Austronesian peoples have woven their ancestors' wisdom into a vibrant cultural tapestry. Take Ibu, a Bunun weaver from the Kanting [...]
Crafting Austronesian Culture through Taitung Pottery
(Photo credit: 九鳥陶燒在台東 ) Taitung is not only home to stunning natural landscapes but also rich in Austronesian cultural heritage. Pottery, an important form of cultural expression, reflects the development of indigenous cultures [...]
Wooden Carvings of Tribal Memories and Dialogues with Nature
Taitung County is located on Taiwan’s east coast, an important hub of Austronesian culture, which has roots stretching back to ancient times. The area’s various traditional crafts, most especially woodcarving, embody the wisdom local [...]
