Kabuasua Pingpu Cultural Park(吉貝耍平埔文化園區)
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION
‘Kabuasua’ is the ancient name of Donghe community in Dongshan District. ‘Kabuasua’, in Siraya language, means ‘the tribe of red-cotton’ or ‘the kapok tribe’, signifying the abundance of kapok trees in the community. Siraya is a member of the Pepohoan tribes, which are plain aborigine tribes, in Taiwan. In Pepohoan language has a different meaning for ' Kabuasua ', which is 'a good place'. There is a big 'kuwa', like a religious center in the Han culture, in the Culture Park. Significant aboriginal festivals are held here.
WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT THIS PLACE
People can visit Kuwa, the religious center of Siraya, in Kabuasua Pingpu Cultural Park. For the Siraya, Kuwa is the most divine place. In the kuwa, there are numerous pots, jars, bottles, and urns. 'The Village of Pot Worship' was nicknamed by Japanese researchers during the time of Japanese rule due to the villagers' respect for their special pots or bottles at home. The annual festivals that take place in Kuwa are a significant part of Pepohoan culture in Taiwan. Kabua Sua Ta-Ai, one of the Siraya festivals, is one of the most preserved Pepohoan festivals in the present.
THIS PLACE IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE
Kabuasua Pingpu Cultural Park is situated in Donghe community in Tainan. Most of the inhabitants here are indigenous people. They are members of the Siraya tribe. The Siraya culture, the indigenous religion, and the Siraya festivals are the most preserved in this small community. Visitors are allowed to participate in some of the significant and traditional Siraya festivals held in Kuwa. Visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the ancient and fascinating indigenous atmosphere. Siraya history, costumes, and food can be learned at a Tribe School located near the cultural park.
SPECIAL TIPS
1. Don't miss the chance to visit Tribe School and gain knowledge about Siraya culture.
2. Savour the tribal cuisine and local kapok tea in the community.
3. Participate in the Siraya festivals that take place in early September of the Lunar Calendar. Visitors are able to immerse themselves in the mysterious and alluring indigenous ambience.
The Kabuasua Pingpu Cultural Park is situated in Dongshan District, Tainan. This district is well-known for its agricultural products, which include ponkans, oranges, mangoes, longans, lychees, cantaloupes, rice, and honey. ‘Kabuasua’ translates to 'the tribe of red-cotton' or 'the kapok tribe', which signifies the abundance of kapok trees in the community. The specialty food here is adorned with red-cotton trees which are planted everywhere in the community. Fresh and local products, as well as red-cotton flowers, are the ingredients used in tribal cuisine.
