Tai'an Tribe / Dabalijiu Tribe Introduction
Taitung Tai'an Tribe is the Tamalakaw community of the original Puyuma Eight Societies, located at the foot of Mount Dabaliu. A well-known figure from here is A-Mei Chang, who is regarded as the queen of Chinese pop music. Although this is the hometown of A-Mei, there are no signs or information regarding her in the tribe. The community has not capitalized on A-Mei's fame but has instead maintained its simplicity and tranquility, which is especially precious in our colorful modern society. When visiting the Tai'an Tribe, one can first explore the traditional cultural worship square, which features Puyuma traditional structures such as the Balawan, ancestral shrine, and lookout tower. The architecture here is more rustic and natural compared to other Puyuma tribes, exuding a strong sense of nostalgia. The cultural square is where the tribe holds its Harvest Festival in July and the Great Hunt Festival at the end of the year. During these times, many visitors flock here, so interested friends can pay attention to the information and experience the Puyuma's two major ceremonies firsthand.
