Learn about Taiwanese Aborigine Culture

Recording history of the aborigines on Taiwan began around the 17th century, and has often been dominated by the views and policies of foreign powers and non-aborigines. Taiwanese aborigines are Austronesian peoples, with linguistic and genetic ties to other Austronesian, Indonesia, Madagascar and Oceania. 

There are thirteen tribes for example Atayal, Saisiyat, Bunun, Tsou, Paiwan, Rukai, Ami, Puyuma & Yami etc. They have their own art and music.About music a full-time aboriginal radio station, "Ho-hi-yan", was launched in 2005 with the help of the executive Yuan, to fucus on issues of interest to the indigenous community.

For ecological issue, the indigenous tribes of Taiwan are closely linked with ecological awareness and conservation issues on the island, as many of the environment issues are spearheaded by aborigines.

EACH TRIBES HAS THEIR WON CUSTOMS & DRESSES!

            Enjoy Aboriginal Dance!