Category: Legend
Legends are a community’s traditional stories that are popularly regarded as history or are based on historical events. These tales often elaborate on the lives of famous figures of the past and the legendary times in which they lived.
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Rice Dumplings
More than just a festival treat, rice dumplings are a tasty snack that the Taiwanese have loved for centuries!
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The Old Chieftain
The story of an old Taiwanese chieftain who dared to march against the Empire of Japan.
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Red Cloak
As newcomers settled in Taiwan, they faced the terror of the island’s notorious headhunters.
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Trail of Tears
This “hill song” records memories of the first Hakkas arriving in Taiwan in the 1600s.
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Dragon Boats
The history and activities of the popular festival that marks the coming of summer in Taiwan!
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The Silent Maiden
The Sea Goddess is the protector of Taiwan. She was once a real person and this is her legend.
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A Robin Hood Tale
This is the legendary tale of a petty criminal who became an outlaw and a folk hero in Taiwan.
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The Pirate King
In the late 1600s, the pirate king, Koxinga, ruled over the island of Taiwan. Today, he is a Taiwanese folk hero and this is his story.