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One Thousand and One Blooms: Taiwan’s Grand Orchid Show
DISCOVER Shaopeng 3/23/25 DISCOVER Shaopeng 3/23/25

One Thousand and One Blooms: Taiwan’s Grand Orchid Show

This year, Taiwan’s International Orchid Show boasts an impressive array of orchids, each one competing for attention in this Kingdom of Orchids.

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Jingziting: Where Written Words Are Laid to Rest
CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 3/19/25 CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 3/19/25

Jingziting: Where Written Words Are Laid to Rest

Do you usually throw away papers filled with writing or scribbles? In Hakka culture, even the most humble written words are so revered that special furnaces were built just for their respectful burning.

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Art on the Rooftops: Taiwan’s Inlaid Porcelain Tradition
CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 2/2/25 CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 2/2/25

Art on the Rooftops: Taiwan’s Inlaid Porcelain Tradition

Taiwan’s inlaid porcelain tradition, also known as “jiannian,” is a hallmark of the island’s temple culture, shaping its visual and spiritual identity with meticulously crafted rooftop embellishments.

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Wandering Through the Bunun Tribe: Stories, Scents, and Flavours
CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 1/5/25 CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 1/5/25

Wandering Through the Bunun Tribe: Stories, Scents, and Flavours

Just a half-hour drive from Sun Moon Lake, the people of Danda Bunun invites you on a unique journey — beginning with a warm welcome ceremony and a toast to the heavens, the earth, and the Bunun ancestors.

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Taipei Dawancha: Keeping Tradition Alive, Laugh After Laugh
PERFORMING ARTS Shaopeng 12/18/24 PERFORMING ARTS Shaopeng 12/18/24

Taipei Dawancha: Keeping Tradition Alive, Laugh After Laugh

Taipei Quyi Tuan’s annual blockbuster, Taipei Dawancha, is a gem of theatrical tradition that offers audiences more than just a rich cultural experience; it promises three hours of laughter and joy, bridging the past and present with humour and heritage.

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Yuanli: Weaving History Through Rush
CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 11/13/24 CULTURAL HERITAGE Shaopeng 11/13/24

Yuanli: Weaving History Through Rush

Taiwanese rush weaving, a centuries-old craft rooted in the quaint township of Yuanli, unravels a lesser-known yet intriguing chapter of Taiwan’s history and its people with every woven piece.

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Rewriting History: The Loser of Legend
PERFORMING ARTS Shaopeng 11/3/24 PERFORMING ARTS Shaopeng 11/3/24

Rewriting History: The Loser of Legend

Inspired by a historic event in colonial Taiwan, The Loser of Legend is an epic of common people who, though labeled as the defeated by history, still have their stories waiting to be told.

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On Storytelling: Traditional Puppetry with a Modern Twist
MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 6/30/24 MUSEUM AND EXHIBITION Shaopeng 6/30/24

On Storytelling: Traditional Puppetry with a Modern Twist

With a modern twist, traditional puppetry transcends storytelling, illuminating the memories and history of a land long forgotten by most.

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“Waves” of Innovation: Cloud Gate’s Dance with AI
DANCE Shaopeng 2/11/24 DANCE Shaopeng 2/11/24

“Waves” of Innovation: Cloud Gate’s Dance with AI

Cloud Gate’s latest sensation, “Waves,” abandons narratives, placing the spotlight on the dancers. With a touch of AI, the production inspires us to envision the possibilities of dance in the age of artificial intelligence.

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The Eight Immortals Dancing through Christmas?
PERFORMING ARTS Shaopeng 12/24/23 PERFORMING ARTS Shaopeng 12/24/23

The Eight Immortals Dancing through Christmas?

Step into a magical realm as a historic garden transforms into an enchanting stage for the Eight Immortals — a delightful play that intertwines ancient legend with the joyful spirit of this festive season, transcending borders and traditions.

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