The story of a chieftain who died to give his people lifesaving knowledge.
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Island Folklore: Taiwanese Tales & Traditions
An online repository of Taiwan's folktales, history, legends, myths and traditions.
The 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 MoreAs newcomers settled in Taiwan, they faced the terror of the island’s notorious headhunters.
Read MoreFairies, genies and demons—Eurasian hinterlands are home to mythical beings, like Taiwan’s “mô-sîn-á.”
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 MoreThe seventh lunar month is widely known in Taiwan as Guǐyuè, literally “Ghost Month.”
Read MoreUnder Tung blossoms, a new folk festival spearheads Taiwan’s modern Hakka cultural revival!
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