• Forest Bank - Experience Being an Indigenous Bunun People

    SAZASA Forest Culture Museum
    East Rift Valley
    Cultural/ Tribal Tours/ Cuisine/ Adventure
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    SAZASA Forest Culture Museum welcomes you~

    • 5 hours
    • No Seasonal Restrictions

    The Forest Cultural Museum serves as a learning platform where humans and nature are equally important. Visitors can learn about environmental protection, the ethical principles of the Bunun culture, and the concept of a "forest bank." By planting a tree together, it connects our values and contributes to the sustainability of the Earth.

    The Forest Cultural Museum is located above the Luanshan Tribal community (Sazasa) in Yanping Township, Taitung County, in a pristine forest. The name "Sazasa" means "a land where sugarcane grows tall, animals thrive, and people live well."

  • Process

    1
    09:00-09:20 Meet at Luanshan Police Station Square and head to the Forest Museum

    Check-in and attendance at the meeting point, preparing participants mentally. Listen to the guide's briefing about the Bunun tribe experience for the day, including an introduction to the activity schedule and important reminders.

    2
    09:40-10:10 Visit the "Walking Trees" Family

    Listen to the family members share stories about the relationship between the Bunun people and the forest. Hear their interpretation of the "walking trees" and the significance of these ecological highlights.

    3
    10:20-10:30 Traditional House and Observation Deck

    Experience the Bunun tribe’s welcoming ceremony, enjoy DIY meat skewers, and take in the surrounding scenic views. Learn about the geography and historical background of the Dalu'an area, as well as the river terrace formations of the Beinan River basin.

    4
    10:30-11:50 Explore the Precious Ecological Corridor (Hunting Trail)

    Participate in the land blessing ceremony and experience the cultural heritage of the Bunun people. Engage all five senses to immerse yourself in the pristine forest environment.

    5
    12:00-13:10 Bunun Tribe Forest-Style Meal

    Experience traditional cooking and taste the unique dishes of the Bunun tribe. Savor the flavors of cooking passed down from grandmothers and mothers, and feel the continuation of the culture.

    6
    13:10-13:30 Traditional Mochi Making Experience

    Learn how to make traditional foods and enjoy the fun of handcrafting.

    7
    13:30-13:50 Creating a Modern Sanctuary for the Soul—Tree Planting

    Participate in a tree-planting activity to promote environmental protection and sustainable development.

  • Introduction

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    Preserving the Original Ficus-Banyan Mixed Forest—The "Walking Trees"

    Explore the lush banyan trees with their aerial roots and the interesting stories related to local indigenous people.

    The vibrant appearance of these trees is awe-inspiring, reminiscent of the "home of Avatar."

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    Bunun Style Meal—Mom's Heartfelt Dishes

    Enjoy dishes prepared by mothers who rise early and work late to gather ingredients.

    The meals are cooked with firewood for an authentic taste, free from onions, garlic, and ginger. Each bite is unrefined but irresistibly flavorful.

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    Exploring the "Hunting Trail"—Ecological Corridor

    Get close to nature, surrounded by phytoncides, and experience the wonders and excitement of the mountain forest.

    Before entering the mountains, offer a special greeting to the mountain gods and ancestral spirits as a sign of respect.

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