Tai'an Tribal / Daba Liujiu Tribal Introduction
Tai'an Tribe is the Tamalakaw community of the original Puyuma people's eight groups, located at the foothills of Mount Dabaliu. It is the hometown of the renowned singer A-Mei, who is celebrated as a goddess of the Chinese music scene. However, in the tribe, there is no visible information or signage related to A-Mei; the tribe has not capitalized on her fame to promote itself but instead has maintained its simplicity and tranquility, which is commendable in today’s colorful modern society. Visiting Tai'an Tribe, one can start by exploring the traditional cultural ritual square, which features traditional Puyuma architecture including the Bala crown, ancestral spirit house, and lookout tower. The structures here are more rustic and natural compared to other Puyuma tribes, embodying a rich sense of antiquity. The cultural square is the site of the annual harvest festival in July and the grand hunting festival at the end of the year, during which many visitors come. Interested friends are encouraged to keep an eye out for information and experience the two major ceremonies of the Puyuma people. 【Source: Tribal Backpacker, Feng Taitung, Tribal Travel Guide】
