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The ancient Chinese tale of the lady who became the Goddess of the Moon.
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A modern Taiwanese tea—the bubble tea—innovation that has conquered night markets, teahouses and taken the world by storm!
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A refreshing treat that brings an icy coolness to Taiwan’s sub-tropical summer heat.
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An age-old tea ceremony that closes gaps and bridges families and friends in Taiwan.
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More than just a festival treat, rice dumplings are a tasty snack that the Taiwanese have loved for centuries!
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The story of a chieftain who died to give his people lifesaving knowledge.
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A catastrophic battle between two elements forces the Mother Goddess to take action.
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The story of the mother goddess who created the first humans.
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The tale of the giant born at the beginning of time and subsequently shaped the world.
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A race that determined the 12 signs of the zodiac and forever pitted cats against mice.
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The story of an old Taiwanese chieftain who dared to march against the Empire of Japan.
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A mysterious, otherworldly guide leads unsuspecting Thao hunters to a new homeland.
Island Folklore: Taiwanese Tales & Traditions
An online repository of Taiwan’s folktales, history, legends, myths and traditions.