National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan
Daily 9am-6pm. This complex showcases the culture and history of Taiwan. An open-air stage presents both puppet shows (puppet shows actually originated in China) and Chinese opera.
The beautifully appointed Wen-Chang Temple is popular with students, who make offerings to the gods of academic success, and with others who come to approach the gods of opera and crafts.
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| Chinese opera at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
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| Chinese opera at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
The beautifully appointed Wen-Chang Temple is popular with students, who make offerings to the gods of academic success, and with others who come to approach the gods of opera and crafts.
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| Wen-Chang Temple at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
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| dragon detail t Wen-Chang Temple at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
A reconstructed old street is lined with an assortment of traditional shops. One makes and purveys traditional wood spinning tops, another offers blue indigo-dyed fabrics, and another is filled with colorful candy treats. Special exhibits are displayed in an expansive Exhibition Hall.
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| fluffy dog on old street at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
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| hand-painted old spinning tops on old street at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
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| drying indigo fabric at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
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| traditional candy shop at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
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| recycled teapot at National Center for Traditional Arts in Yilan, Taiwan |
images ©2016 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
Fantastic photos from what looks like a fantastic trip!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great stop to see the arts of Taiwan. I'd love to see those old spinning tops in action!
ReplyDeleteThere sure is a lot to see in Taiwan. I just love all the bright colors. Thanks for sharing your wonderful photos.
ReplyDeleteOh, the color and detail. I would love to visit there!!
ReplyDeleteWe would love to visit Taipei and Taiwan. Thanks for the very colorful photos!
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