There is an ancient Chinese custom, which is observed on the 15th day of the seventh lunar month. At this time, the Gates of Hell are opened allowing all the hungry ghosts of the dead to rush through them. As these ghosts scramble to reach the earth’s surface, people from Taiwan’s towns, villages and communities […]
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We were standing in front of the popular Xingtian Temple in Taipei, whose principle god is the red-faced, ferocious-looking Kuan-Kung, when my friend turned to me and asked “How can a god of war be worshipped within a religious context?” (Please click or tap on any thumbnail to view it in full screen and make
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Every so often an exhibition comes along that immediately captivates and charms viewers because of its behind-the- scenes narrative. Such is the case with the Kanta Portraits exhibition. This story is about a young man from Kuala Lumpur and his box camera. The young man’s name is Jeffrey Lim, and he has been traveling around
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Taipei has taken center-stage as a cultural cuisine capital worthy of international acclaim. Even the inaugural Michelin Guide Taipei 2018 will attest to this. Throughout Taipei city, a wide range of rich gastronomic surprises await those whose culinary sense of discovery is open to explore new cultural cuisines.
Chinese gardens have been said to be cosmic diagrams, allowing us a view through the sage’s eyes of the world and man’s place in it. These places of solitude have lent themselves over the centuries to poets, artists and scholars.
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Eunuchs in the Imperial Court of China held influential and secretive roles for centuries. Their castration created a perceived loyalty and objectivity that appealed to the emperors. Eunuchs served as attendants, administrators, and even military leaders. However, their power led to controversies and periodic purges. Despite this, eunuchs played a significant role in Chinese history, shaping politics, culture, and art. Their legacy showcases the intricate dynamics of power in Chinese society, fascinating scholars and historians today.
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Busy and successful women are fascinating. Maybe it is because they have recognized and embraced their own uniqueness and talents. Or perhaps it is their process of self-actualization that holds our interest. Lily Wen is one such woman, and she is a woman of many talents. The day we met for our interview, she was
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Leadership is the ability to inspire others, create positive energy and turn a dream of helping others into a reality. Dr. Doris Brougham is a woman who inspires others and helps them to fulfill their dreams. She is a community leader who values personal interaction and sincerity and has a belief that goodness dwells inside
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It was a quiet announcement. However, it was one that quickly spread around the world through social media in a matter of minutes. Eight hundred fifty-one Facebook shares and 2.7 k likes later, friends of Rainbow Lin learned that Grandma Nitti’s Kitchen, the oldest Western restaurant in Taiwan, was closing. (Please click or tap on
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The Red Room was created from a conversation between Ping Chu and Ayesha Mehta, its co-founders. Good ideas materialize quickly here in Taiwan and in 2009, these like-minded people and their friends gathered at the Aveda Learning Kitchen for the first “official” Red Room gathering. Each person brought wine or something to add to the
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