The ancient Chinese tale of the lady who became the Goddess of the Moon.
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Island Folklore | Taiwanese Tales & Traditions
An online repository of Taiwan’s folktales, history, legends, myths and traditions.
The ancient Chinese tale of the lady who became the Goddess of the Moon.
Read MoreA refreshing treat that brings an icy coolness to Taiwan’s sub-tropical summer heat.
Read MoreThe story of a chieftain who died to give his people lifesaving knowledge.
Read MoreA catastrophic battle between two elements forces the Mother Goddess to take action.
Read MoreThe story of the mother goddess who created the first humans.
Read MoreThe tale of the giant born at the beginning of time and subsequently shaped the world.
Read MoreA race that determined the 12 signs of the zodiac and forever pitted cats against mice.
Read MoreA mysterious, otherworldly guide leads unsuspecting Thao hunters to a new homeland.
Read MoreThe indigenous folktale on the origin of the name of Taiwan’s beautiful Sun Moon Lake.
Read MoreAn ancient Atayal tale that tells of two suns in the sky and the hero who shot one down.
Read MoreGhost stories are not always scary. This is one characterized by joy, friendship and kindness.
Read MorePart II of the tragic, bloody tale of the Lady of the Hala Trees.
Read MoreBeneath the Hala Tree, a tragic maiden’s spirit lingers. This is her tale.
Read MoreMemories of martyrs help a struggling people find their identity in a brave new world.
Read MoreBlack Bears and Clouded Leopards were not always black and spotted. This is their tale.
Read MoreA love story—once each year, two stars cross the “Silver River” for a long-awaited reunion.
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