How Canadian George Leslie Mackay built Taiwan’s Presbyterian Christian Church and brought healthcare to thousands.
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February 28: Terror in Formosa
An Australian newspaper’s real-time report of a massacre that forever scarred the Taiwanese.
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Bolivian Silver and Nagasaki Cash
The fascinating, global story of early Taiwanese money.
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Holy Cow: Taiwan’s Bovine Folklore
Taiwanese traditions that centre around the island’s cows, oxen and buffalos.
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Demon Birds and Fine Ceramics
What do a giant stone demon bird and fine ceramics have in common? Both are found in a quiet, scenic town near the Taiwanese capital!
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Stories Behind Taiwan’s Place-Names
A tongue-in-cheek guide to the bizarre and multifaceted history of Taiwanese toponyms.
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The Bunny Girl
The ancient Chinese tale of the lady who became the Goddess of the Moon.
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Bubbles & Pearls
A modern Taiwanese tea—the bubble tea—innovation that has conquered night markets, teahouses and taken the world by storm!
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Ice Jelly
A refreshing treat that brings an icy coolness to Taiwan’s sub-tropical summer heat.
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Old Man’s Tea
An age-old tea ceremony that closes gaps and bridges families and friends in Taiwan.
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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 Food Taster
The story of a chieftain who died to give his people lifesaving knowledge.
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