“Dong!Dong!Dong!” The crisp and loud beat of the Chinese drums keeps hovering in ones ears. In Taiwan, Chinese drum plays an indispensable role in the temple festivals and Chinese opera performances, not only representing respect for the gods but also cleansing the hearts of the worshippers.
This article provides an overview of Taiwan’s incense culture and the challenges it faces. With a long history, incense has been a significant part of religious practices in Taiwan. However, as the economy developed and environmental awareness grew, the incense industry encountered difficulties in passing on traditional skills and addressing issues of smoke and pollution. The rise of eco-friendly incense has emerged as a response to these challenges, offering a solution with reduced smoke and environmental impact. Huang Lianfang Incense Factory, a renowned brand, emphasizes quality control and public education, aiming to strike a balance between environmental responsibility and preserving tradition.
Outdoor catering is a cherished memory for most Taiwanese, as the lively feast is an integral part of various celebrities, such as weddings, funerals, and birthdays of gods held in the streets or temples. Indeed, this traditional food culture truly represents the taste of Taiwan.
Everyone must have heard the phrase: “Dogs are human’s most loyal friends.” As times change, dogs are not only human’s partners but also increasingly referred to as “furkids,” treated like children, and even if people who are unable to have children are more willing to raise dogs. In society, some dogs are even treated as important partners in maintaining rescue operations and are called “working dogs.” People who lead them on duty are the “dog handlers.”
Due to low birth rate and aging society in Taiwan, intergenerational learning, a new form of long-term care for the elderly, has emerged. However, the general public’s misunderstanding and established impressions of the elderly have become a major obstacle to the establishment of intergenerational learning bases；thus, reaching a consensus with schools and parents is particularly important.
Conservation is divided into three levels: preserving habitats, protecting species, and restoring ecosystems. To truly solve the problem, it is necessary to start with education. Hospitals are often the last line of defense for human life, and the same goes for the animals. The hope is to cultivate the correct mindset and knowledge of environmental conservation among the public so that wild species can survive without being affected by humans, and humans can treat wild animals in a more friendly manner.
With advancements in medical technology and a decrease in the global fertility rate, the aging population has become a common challenge worldwide. Taiwan is estimated to become a super-aged society by 2025, making it the fastest aging population in the world.
According to a survey conducted by the National Health Service of the Ministry of Health and Welfare, the proportion of the smoking population in Taiwan has been decreasing year by year. However, the government’s publicity and the enactment of smoking-related laws have not significantly reduced the proportion of smokers discarding cigarette butts where they shouldn’t have.
Mountains cover 60% of Taiwan’s land area, giving it the greatest concentration of high mountains of any island in the world. In fact, Taiwan is covered by lush evergreen forest, with over 1,000 hectares of lands managed by the Forestry Bureau. However, there are only 1,100 forest rangers patrolling the vast forests of the island, which means each forest ranger needs to oversee more than one hectare of forest. “One hectare of flat land is not that big, but one hectare of forest is more burdensome as it includes mountains and rivers,” said Lai, Po-Shu, a forest ranger stationed at Taipingshan in Luodong, Ilan County, northeastern Taiwan.
臺灣的有形文資中，「歷史建築」以1700件居冠超越古蹟數量，是一個能夠被看見、記載著世世代代共生的證明。不過卻逐漸被大眾遺忘並犧牲，不僅難串起地區情感，也無法再次讓歷史交融在世代之間。
臺灣的有形文資中，「歷史建築」以1700件居冠超越古蹟數量，是一個能夠被看見、記載著世世代代共生的證明。不過卻逐漸被大眾遺忘並犧牲，不僅難串起地區情感，也無法再次讓歷史交融在世代之間。
Taiwan boasts a vast coastline and natural harbors, with the Taiwan Strait being one of the busiest shipping routes globally. The complex terrain also brings about higher risks. “Pilots” play the role of guardians of the ports, ensuring the safe entry and exit of vessels. They must possess professional skills and knowledge to provide accurate guidance to captains.
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