Chulu Tribal Village Introduction
The origin of the name "Chulu" is often imagined by many people as being related to Luye, since in the past, when the eastern part was not yet developed, Luye was named because of the herds of Formosan sika deer. However, the name Chulu actually has nothing to do with "deer"; it is derived from the Paiwan language term "muriburibooku," which means "a place with no wind in the mountains." The Chulu village, Ulivelivek, is located along Provincial Highway 9 towards Hualien, and it is the northernmost village among the eight Paiwan communities. Due to its location being adjacent to the traditional territory of the Bunun people, the village has a well-established clan system to defend against potential invasions. Here, one can visit the village's youth center and learn from guided tours how the Paiwan people protect their homeland through their clan system. About three kilometers southwest of Chulu village, there is the Baran archaeological site. According to archaeological studies, the indigenous people of the Baran site lived between 600 and 1400 AD, and for the Paiwan people of Chulu, this site is considered a sacred place, as well as an important water source for the village. The site is located on a hillside at an altitude of about 600 meters, and visitors can reach it by following a natural path through the forest after getting out of their cars at the parking lot. The Chulu village holds a harvest festival every July, and in December they celebrate the monkey festival and the grand hunting festival. The harvest festival in July features swinging activities, which can also be seen among the Rukai people, and visitors can participate in this event each July to experience the diverse cultural traditions of different ethnic groups. 【Source: Tribal Backpackers, Feng Taitung, Tribal Travel Guide】
