Dona Stone House Introduction
The Donna Slate House is located in the Donna Village of Maolin District. The early ancestors of the tribe used locally sourced materials from the Wenshui Creek, utilizing black-gray slate as building material. The black-gray slate is categorized as male and female slabs; the female slabs weather over time while the male slabs are darker, heavier, and thicker, primarily used for roofing or bedding. The residents of Donna Tribe demonstrate a spirit of mutual assistance, collaborating to stack slate and construct houses. Some slate houses feature totemic carvings of the hundred-steps snake on the lintels or doorposts, symbolizing the status of chiefs or nobles. Living in slate houses provides warmth in winter and coolness in summer. It is recommended to stay for about 30-40 minutes, as you can admire the architectural features of the slate houses and also walk to nearby attractions such as the chief's residence and Donna Elementary School.
