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Stories Behind Taiwan's Place-Names
Austronesian History Japonic SiniticDecember 25, 2018February 28, 2020

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
Folktale Legend Mythology Sinitic TraditionSeptember 20, 2018February 28, 2020

The Bunny Girl

The ancient Chinese tale of the lady who became the Goddess of the Moon.

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Bubbles & Pearls
History SiniticJuly 26, 2018May 6, 2020

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
Folktale History Legend Mythology SiniticJuly 12, 2018February 28, 2020

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
History Sinitic TraditionJune 28, 2018February 28, 2020

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
History Legend Sinitic TraditionJune 14, 2018February 28, 2020

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
Folktale Mythology SiniticApril 26, 2018February 28, 2020

The Food Taster

The story of a chieftain who died to give his people lifesaving knowledge.

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Fire and Water
Folktale Mythology SiniticApril 12, 2018February 28, 2020

Fire and Water

A catastrophic battle between two elements forces the Mother Goddess to take action.

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The Mother Goddess
Folktale Mythology SiniticMarch 29, 2018February 28, 2020

The Mother Goddess

The story of the mother goddess who created the first humans.

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In the Beginning
Folktale Mythology SiniticMarch 15, 2018February 28, 2020

In the Beginning

The tale of the giant born at the beginning of time and subsequently shaped the world.

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The Great Race
Folktale Mythology Sinitic TraditionMarch 1, 2018February 28, 2020

The Great Race

A race that determined the 12 signs of the zodiac and forever pitted cats against mice.

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The Old Chieftain
Austronesian History LegendFebruary 1, 2018February 28, 2020

The Old Chieftain

The story of an old Taiwanese chieftain who dared to march against the Empire of Japan.

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