Humankind has long been entranced by the colors and magical qualities of natural stones, especially when it comes to warding off disease, ghosts or other misfortunes in life. The uses of natural stones are also hallmarks of the imperial courts of China.
Cloisonné : The art of exquisite craftsmanship Read More »
Taiwan is certainly the place to be for celebrating the Lunar (or Chinese) New Year. There is something invigorating about being here. Perhaps it’s the mounting excitement and hopeful expectations which are ever-present, especially in the Chinese market places. (Please click or tap on any thumbnail to view it in full screen and make it
Celebrating the Lucky Lunar New Year of the Brown Earth Pig Read More »
The Community Services Center’s annual fundraiser and dinner was a perfect pre-Halloween event for spooky, creative and funny costumes, as well as a time to recognize great service and leadership. This year, Santa Fe Relocation Services Taiwan was recognized as a recipient of the Center’s Corporate Community Service Award and Mr. Kenny Cheng was honored
The Community Services Center Auction Dinner Oct.26, 2018 Read More »
Each year, the Community Services Center’s Steering Committee and Foundation Board presents an award to an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, service and commitment to the community and to the Community Services Center. This year’s award recipient is Mr. Kenny Cheng. Mr. Kenny Cheng is a man of faith, personal vision, advocacy and community
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This year’s Community Services Center Corporate Service Award has been presented to Santa Fe Relocation Services Taiwan for its exceptional practice of corporate social responsibility. (Please click or tap on any thumbnail to view it in full screen and make it readable.) This Article was published in the Magazine “Centered on Taipei” Issue
2018 TCSC Corporate Service Award : Santa Fe Relocation Services Taiwan Read More »
Taiwan is a treasure trove of talent. It has a spirit that attracts and gathers creative people together to explore what is possible in life. But all this takes hard work, dedication, patience, flexibility and an openness to inspiration. (Please click or tap on any thumbnail to view it in full screen and make it
Reflections with Scott Prairie – A Moving Sound Read More »
A legend about the humble silk worm and the origin of silk has been passed down throughout the centuries. The story takes place during the reign of the Yellow Emperor, Xuanyuan Huangdi. (Please click or tap on any thumbnail to view it in full screen and make it readable.) This Article was published
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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
Ghost Month : A Holiday for Feeding Hungry Ghosts Read More »
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
Kuan Kung – The Popular Red-faced God is having a Birthday Read More »
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.
Traditional Chinese Gardens Read More »
