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A Tale of Two Cities
History Sinitic TraditionMarch 8, 2017January 10, 2021

A Tale of Two Cities

“Three-eight” is both the date of International Women’s Day (March 8) and a very common Taiwanese expression or tease. What’s the connection? Find out here!

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A Robin Hood Tale
History Legend SiniticDecember 7, 2016February 28, 2020

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
History Legend SiniticDecember 1, 2016July 21, 2021

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.

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The Mouse's Bride
Folktale Sinitic TraditionDecember 1, 2016February 28, 2020

The Mouse’s Bride

From a children’s tale: On the 3rd day of the Lunar New Year, the mice welcome their brides.

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