What do you know about Taiwan? | DW Documentary
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- Taiwan is a place of incredible variety. The tiny island’s natural beauty is a concentration of some of Asia’s most spectacular features. To the east, there are sheer cliffs with mountain peaks, plateaus and hot springs. To the south, you’ll find sandy beaches, coral reefs and lagoons.
Although the Taiwanese live in a high-tech world, they are still firmly anchored by ancient traditions. During the course of his life, Lin Liang-tai has created many elaborately adorned wooden boats. But they’re not built to last, as they’re destined for Taiwan’s legendary Wang Ye Festival. As part of the temple ceremony to honor the goddess of the sea, a 10-meter boat is blessed, loaded with offerings and pulled through the village down to the beach. There, it’s set alight, burning any evil spirits that might be lurking about the place.
Shrimps are all the rage in Taiwan. In large halls across the entire island, shrimps can be fished out of huge tanks and put straight on the barbecue. Zhan Jia-ming runs one of these popular shrimp halls, and tips bucketloads of fresh shrimps into the tanks every hour.
Oysters are a mainstay of Taiwanese cuisine, whether boiled, fried or made into oyster sauce. On the west coast, oyster farms sustain entire village communities. In Fangyuan, we see one oyster farmer still using traditional methods to harvest his oysters. He drives ox-drawn carts onto the tidal flats, just as it has been done for generations. In the fishing village of Dongshi, several tons of oysters are harvested, opened and processed every day.
Taiwan’s relations with the mainland have often been strained since the establishment of the People’s Republic of China in 1949. Beijing regards the island as part of its territory. Tensions have been on the rise in recent times. Tsai Jin-lu is a committed birdwatcher. For years, he’s documented his rare bird sightings in the Aogu Wetlands Forest Park on the western coast of Taiwan. But these days, his binoculars are frequently trained on something much bigger, up in the skies above. That’s because this is where the Taiwan carries out fighter jet exercises almost every day.
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I am from Taiwan, really appreciate DW making this beautiful documentary to show the world about our culture.
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DW不要再欺骗世界了，台湾的真名叫中华民国，台湾只是一个中国内战割据政权的一个省，请你不要再叫台湾是国家了。台湾不在联合国不是因为中国大陆打压，是因为他不是国家才进不了联合国。
DW stop deceiving the world, Taiwan's real name is the Republic of China, Taiwan is just a province of a Chinese civil war regime, please stop calling Taiwan a country. Taiwan's absence from the United Nations is not because the Chinese mainland suppressed it, but because it is not a country and cannot enter the United Nations.@@DWDocumentary
Don’t worry…Taiwan will be annexed by China soon!!
Beautiful country!
Do you have different culture from China?
Not only a small island with big diversity, also with a big heart. Taiwan is one of the most friendly place. Not crime free, but a safe place to going out at night. The world needs to know how to respect and cherish the way of their living.
Agree. Crime do exist in Taiwan. And some will hold u for compensation on things u done accidentally like blocking their road, cutting queus and making them fall.
Average age for polices are 45 years old, and they are friendly.
@@maemilevTaiwan is full of gangs and drugs.
In Japan's latest ranking of world gang organizations, Taiwanese gangs are listed as second.
@@JamesRoberson-sb4tp
Again, another robot who deliberately slandered Taiwan
@@johnnychen4716google 竹聯幫
I have work there before as a factory worker in Tainan, Taiwanese people are great.. I will consider Taiwan as my second home because i have so much happy moments there.
definitely
Thanks. I hope you will have a better harvest next time you come to Taiwan .❤
👍👍👍
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
有空要回家 看看 走走
This makes me miss Taiwan so much. Studied at NCKU in Tainan for 6 months. Beautiful country, kind people and so much to do and see. I will go back in the future for sure 🇹🇼❤️
Taiwan is not a country
You can say：
I will be back～Taiwan !!!
I graduated from NCKU in 1982
this video showed me many things
l have never known before Thanks Dw
team
Not a country
@@mountaindragon7289 China is Japanese territory
Omgggg I can’t believe it 😭😭😭 My country, Taiwan, really can be seen by the world in this Channel!!!! Thank you DW Documentary, my English isn’t good, but I hope I could express all my appreciation and excitement😭 Thank you for giving this chance of making more people know this island more, I’m really proud of being a Taiwanese!
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@@DWDocumentary as Ethiopian (not that it matters) I have to say that DW is by far the most quality channel in the world. I guess that it true on what they say about the Germans 😂❤
Taiwan is not a country!
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
@@DWDocumentary May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
I’m proud to be half Taiwanese, half Dutch and miss this beautiful country and its people so dearly. I have many fond memories of the rich culture, tasty food and vast nature. Next year I’ll go back for the 7th time and I’m still never bored and never will be.
Let’s all work together and support Taiwan and its values so that a beautiful democratic country like this can remain!
Democracy isn’t worth it. They can’t even advocate for themselves, turning them into the next iteration of Ukraine would subject them to far more bloodshed and death than if they could acquiesce to a very functional and capable governance model.
+100
驱逐鞑虏，统一中华。 ----孙文
It’s part of china 😂😂😂
Democracy? Terrible superstition more like.
I'm a proud husband to my Taiwanese wife. They're absolutely beautiful people with rich culture.
I dnt know that Taiwan has such beautiful landscapes and culture. Its an eye-opening documentary. Taiwan should preserve its uniqueness ❤ love from India .
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Taiwan is a good friendship with Thailand. Taiwan is more than country. This is super power island. Miracle island. ❤
yes, your are right, Taiwan and Thailand are good friend
As an Indian. Taiwan Culture is something I related strongly. I pray for their freedom and that their culture exists till eternity. No one should try to forcefully capture others motherland and we all need to enjoy each other's culture but also Fight hard against those few who want to expand and destroy others culture.
Hey, thanks!
WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT? THE MAJORITY OF TAIWANESE WERE FROM MAINLAND CHINA. ALMOST THE SAME CULTURE, SAME DIALECTS AND RELIGIONS. LOL THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS TAIWANESE LANGUAGE TOO. THEY SPEAK DIFFERENT CHINESE DIALECTS LIKE HOKKIEN OR HAKKA OR TEOCHEW OR MANDARIN.
It just so happened that India has a border problem with China that's why you are talking like that. Remember, Taiwan is a province of China, one people one culture.
@@icet6665 Some people are out of touch in reality, that's why they do not know that taiwan is China's province.
@@cesarmontera2247 Taiwan is not China. And China is not Earth China is just China. The forceful expansion of China will cost them heavily in coming decades.
Filipinos love Taiwan. Very lovely with very positive atmosphere.
Thank you❤
One of the loveliest countries I've been to, been there thrice and want to return again with my parents this time around so I can hope that the peace would remain
Yes China is lovely
@@The-CatYou are 100% Chinese, no doubt about it!
@@hsiu-huitsai5979 I'm Belgian, but nice try though...
@@The-Cat PRC could be lively too
Good to see an excellent documentary about this peace loving Island nation. I spent a month touring the country just before the pandemic hit. It is one of the few safest country to visit.
In my technical professional life I had worked with Taiwanese colleagues, manufacturers and vendors, and they are always hard working, honest, and kind. I have visited the country for business and they took us out for dinners. Taiwanese are some of the warmest people there are.
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@@DWDocumentary Taiwan is full of gangs and drugs.
In Japan's latest ranking of world gang organizations, Taiwanese gangs are listed as second.
But why ship burns?
@@dianadobos1045 CCP's Wumao 五毛黨 bot commenting anything positive Taiwan?
@@maestrovso I like very much Taiwan
Visited Taiwan twice and will be visiting again this November. Looking forward to it. I love Taiwan so much.
Welcome 🎉
Been there for 5 yrs and i say Taiwan is a beautiful country and consider it as my secomd country.Hsie hsie....❤
@ianflores6506 I suspect your comments about a 'sand pump' refer to a different video. I too watched that video before watching this one which should up in the suggestions list.
Haven't even watched the video yet, but i can tell you from traveling there 2 yrs ago for my 22nd birthday that Taiwan is dope as hell with super caring and generous people
Taiwan..... I came here for a year in 2001. I am still here 22 years later. Love it.
As Japanese with experience of living in Taiwan, I’ve found Japan’s understanding of Taiwan wanting. Despite its geographical distances, Japanese tend to be educated more about western countries than its Asian neighbors. I might be feeling even more so because I learn English literature at university. I hope more interactions between Taiwanese and Japanese are encouraged.
Please read about unit 731.
@@andresmattos7541What a strange thing to write. How is that relevant? And do you not think it is rude to assume they are ignorant on the subject?
It's similar here in the U.S. So much study of European history, literature and culture, especially Greece, but barely anything regarding our neighbors in Latin America and South America.
@@andresmattos7541 unit 731 just a japanese sf-novel and use by ccp for its political propaganda
How many Japanese actually be able to speak English? How many western company actually be able to operates in Japan without in full Japanese communication? 😂
I lived in Taiwan for two years and enjoyed this video. Beautiful country and people, I feel like part of me is still there.
Taiwan can be your place on the earth,i think that the persons have a place in the world,i don't know what is my place in the world,but i like the islands😊
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
Taiwan was so beautiful. Taiwanese were so nice, high integrity, and friendly. Taiwan and Singapore share many similarity.
Taiwan is full of gangs and drugs.
In Japan's latest ranking of world gang organizations, Taiwanese gangs are listed as second.
I've lived in Taiwan for almost 10 years now. Great country and people.
it's not a country
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
I have been going to Taiwan since 2015, and I will be there again in 2: weeks 😊. I tell everyone that it's a wonderful place to experience. Taiwan is full of unique things and very tasty food!!! And it's extremely affordable as well. I'll be enjoying it along with a bowl of Beef noodle soup soon.
Indeed! Europe cannot compare with their bland and repetitive food and dishes.
@@thevinzicode125and it's very affordable.
@@michaelh411exactly! Lots of variety of dishes within a certain unlike in Europe all you get are burgers, fries etc 😂😂😂
Have a safe travel!
I’ll revisit Taiwan again in December.
@thevinzicode125 There is plenty of amazing cuisine in Europe. Maybe you just aren't well travelled. If you went to Europe and just ate burger and fries then that's on you!
@@scottwales9178 who cares about you? You aren’t even part of the conversation hahaha. Then they should easily be accessible in any place and any restaurant. Travellers shouldn’t need to go to the countryside and provinces to experience the traditional and identifiable cuisine of a certain country. And Asian dishes are affordable. Won’t need to go to any fancy restaurant to try out amazing Asian dishes.
Taiwan is one of my favorite countries in Asia. People are so kind, all sorts of activities and the food is just amazing. They got everything for every kind of traveller out there!!!
Is Taiwan a country?
If you have a chance to visit Vietnam. It will surely bring you the same experience 🎉
@@Barry.Bo-Lachemyst
Definitely
@@aa-zh6whChiang Kai Shek says Taiwan is a part of China. The ROC originally came from the mainland.
Taiwan is a beautiful country n the Taiwanese r good n still carry on with traditions n rituals n their hard work is so appealing. Thank ❤🌹🙏Dw team for covering their nature n cultural festivals the landscape is awesome. ❤❤❤❤❤.
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Lol those are Chinese culture 😂
@@uniqueraiit’s not
I saw this program on the television in the hotel in Czech Republic a few weeks ago when I was on vacation. I can hardly believed that I saw a great documentary about my country made by DW in a foreign country.😄
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I participated in Nan Ying International folklore festival in Tainan 2016. I really miss Tainan so much, beautiful city and kind people... I really want to visit Tainan again❤
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
I am going to Taiwan for the first time in two days… thank you for this documentary!! I am very excited!!
There’s a typhoon now though ! Hope there’s a nice weather during your vacation 😎
@@vivivv2284 yes but it’s in the south… I will begin in Taipei…🤞
@@celestepierson8843how was it?
It was a wonderful island!! People were so kind… great public transportation…beautiful scenery!! The only negative was the extreme heat!! If possible I’d visit in the winter next time!
@@celestepierson8843 Yes, this is a tropical area, and in Taipei it is a basin, so it will be more humid and muggy.
I toured around Taiwan twice. Such a diversity of nature and sceneries. The Taiwanese people are also diverse. A few minority groups and interesting cultures.
what was the point of that story
Taiwan is full of gangs and drugs.
In Japan's latest ranking of world gang organizations, Taiwanese gangs are listed as second.
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
@@monsterx3055No point. Is it ok with you?
Steven, awesome documentary. I lived in Taiwan in 2020 and enjoyed the freedom of no lockdowns while the rest of the world struggled with the pandemic. Taiwan's culture is unique, between the indigenous people, Chinese, and significant Japanese influence and traditions. There's no place like it. Thanks for an amazing video 💯
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Ukraine is grateful to the United States for sending us to the battlefield. We in Ukraine are now very happy
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
The people of Taiwan will determine its future. Best wishes for the people of Taiwan.
Thanks you for Taiwan
Taiwan has it all. My first time in Taiwan was 1972-73 spent a year at the Stanford Center and taught some English at night. Later, after getting married in San Francisco (wife, from HK, was classmate at Berkeley) we went back and I worked for the National Palace Museum (1977-78). Great food, good friends. Our daughter was born in Taipei at the Women's Hospital using LaMaze (total cost US$350 and we stayed there and ate there 2 days). We lived at the top of a hill past the museum. Like to go back.
This is a very interesting and informative documentary about Taiwan, its history, culture, and people. I learned a lot from watching it and I appreciate the perspectives of the different interviewees. Taiwan is a beautiful island with a rich and diverse heritage. It has faced many challenges and struggles, but it has also shown resilience and creativity. I admire the Taiwanese people for their courage and determination to preserve their identity and values. I hope they can continue to enjoy peace and prosperity in the future. Thank you for making this video and sharing it with us. 👏🏻😊
Been to Taiwan twice and dreams of coming back there. Beautiful country and very warm people ❤
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
As a video about diversity of Taiwan, I wish I could see things about indigenous culture in Taiwan. That would be amazing to let people know this place is motherland of Austronesian.
Beautiful country and people. Awesome Taiwan
Taiwan is my hometown, I am proud of Taiwan .
Welcome everyone to travel to Taiwan. ❤ 🇹🇼
Love Taiwan and Taiwanese people I hope evil communist china won’t take over like they did my country Tibet.
It’s part of china
@@uniquerai China is Japanese territory
1993 agreement to reunite is unbreakable
@@uniqueraievil china, wumao
The history gets even more interesting when you realise that over 1000 years ago the indigenous of Teipei spread out to occupy the Pacific. The majority of Pacific islanders can trace their roots to Teipei.
The indigenous are Austronesian, not Chinese.
It's a beautiful island and great for tourism.
Thank you for doing a documentary on a country that is close to my heart. I studied in Taiwan for a few months as a teenager in the 90s.
@@Velez-Al-Asif666duh! It’s about Taiwan, and she said she studied in Taiwan. She didn’t say she studied in china
@@Velez-Al-Asif666No, it is not about China and actually has nothing to do with China.
I've already been wanting to visit Taiwan and this just makes me more eager to do so one day!
Welcome to amazing Taiwan in the winter !!
Welcome !!
The boat-burning tradition is really beautiful. Some people may find it wasteful, but it is just beautiful.
That boat is genius. The guy of make them is so advanced in boat building.
Amazing documentary that I really enjoyed watching❤.I always wanted to know more about Taiwan since I know very little of it.Loved this documentary which showed real Taiwan especially its beautiful culture & traditions.Great to see a video about Taiwan which just dosen't concentrates only on TSMC.After watching this documentary I really want to try oyster omelette.
Been there twice. Loved everything about it especially its people. They are so ~~~~~~~~ kind that makes me want to go back again.
What amazing documentaries...you have made travel The world at the comfort of my country. ..
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Nice place to visit this Country TAIWAN
Enormous respect always goes to those who are committed to preserving the traditions. All cities look alike while the unique culture of a place is always hidden in the rural areas. Taiwan has so much to offer. A place where each individual is able to have a say and live a life as they please.
Amazing documentary. Rich culture, beautiful country, and people with friendly people. I met a few Taiwanese and I found them to be friendly and welcoming. I am from Somaliland, which is similar to Taiwan.
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May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
I offered prayers for your gods and goddesses from India. 🇮🇳🇹🇼
Taiwan has been mistaken for Thailand a lot. We may have a similar name, both located in Asia, yet our cultures show differently. So thank you, DW, for such a beautiful documentary, showing people what Taiwan looks like. By the way, there are way more views and cultures you can experience sooooooo to those wondering where to travel, give Taiwan a choice!
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Incredibly beautiful documentary of Taiwan. I have been there quite a few times over the years, but never outside of the Taipei area. This video makes me realize that I need to visit again, and see the rest of the country.
welcome😊
Taiwan has beautiful bicycle trails.
I know that it's a beautiful country with great people and China should leave them alone.
Yes - Taiwan is how China could be were it not for the teachings of KMarks spread by the russians. russian influence always spoils evrything😢
Love Taiwan, probably the only other place other than Singapore whereby you can walk on the streets alone at night and still feel safe as a lady! They have very friendly and helpful people too! Will hope to visit more cities5 in this lovely place!
You must be kidding!
A Malaysian girl studied in Tainan was raped and murdered by a stranger just few years ago. She was walking back home to her accommodation.
....three in the morning in a bathing suit and feel safe! No guns, rapists, murderers, drug addicts, like many countries! Superb morality and old-fashioned work ethics! Also, they believe in God, worship religiously everywhere!
switzerland and japan is the same. norway too and many parts of austria germany finland denmark netherlands.
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
Thank you DW for showing Taiwan in beauty with diversity and locally relevant stories including Má-tsóo(Taiwanese for Mazu), Goddess of the Sea. As a Taiwanese, I also appreciate your showing the challenge we are facing everyday while defending our young democracy on the daily basis!
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May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
One of the most beautiful country i have ever seen
As a Taiwanese islander, I have only heard of this tradition of ship burning but haven't really participated in it or seen it so up-close. Thanks a lot for the effort for showcasing this special tradition of Taiwan. As the beginning of the documentary has said, Taiwan is very big on diversity. Hope there'll be more series of these introducing the richness and the wealth of the diverse cultures and tradition in Taiwan! Many thanks, DW! Vielen Dank
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
Taiwan culture is full of surprise and still amazes me after 5 years here. Always some easter egg to discover on this tiny island :))
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
the portuguese and italian name for the island really shows how beautiful it is: Formosa means both plentiful (as in 'rich') and beautiful. To the first Portugueses to land there, it really looked like a paradise.
Thanks to DW Documentary - I am able to travel far more than I can reach, just by being in one place and watching their TH-cam channel am able to learn so much and appreciate the different people, nature, culture, and traditional food name it. Taiwan is an absolute God-given and created
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Beautiful documentary❤❤
From London 🇬🇧
I am from Taiwan 🇹🇼 and it’s a beautiful country 😊
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May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
@@patrickgalaxy9913West Taiwan.
how Taiwan is a country, never allow that
Thank you for showing the traditional side of our beautiful little island
The Taroko Gorge part beginning at 36:14 with that music is magnificent. Watched it like 3 times already. The whole documentary is super high quality!
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This is a top notch documentary! I learned Taiwan has a charming culture!
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Thank you for showing my beautiful home, Taiwan.There are so many different cultures you can explore.Welcom to Taiwan and experience the people and nature.
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
It's an incredible documentary to introduce my country, Taiwan. Still many things for you to experience for yourself here. Appreciate DW for this video. 謝謝德國之聲❣
Thank you for making this amazing documentary. Specially thank to the heart warming massages from the viewer. May God save my country from the dark force.
Fascinating video. I’d love to visit Taiwan ….
We stand Taiwan. Taiwan is such beautiful Country.. ❤❤️
Incredible land and people! Let peace and prosperity rain over Taiwan, Amin! ❤
It was an informative and thrilled watching documentary about a big diversity of small Taiwan 🇹🇼 ....thank you DW documentary channel for sharing
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Thank you DW documentary.
Gave so professional view of that country. My next point to travel will be there.
I wished be a member of your group because my degree is related to study of cultures.
With big respect to all of You.
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DW is as always best documentary. Thank you for Taiwan, beautiful island and country
Taiwan has so much to offer in terms of history, their rich culture.
Amazing and beautiful Taiwan
I watched 2 different taiwanese travel shows produced by the Taiwanese, it's very different from this DW documentary. I guess they are focusing on what the local can explore within their own country. I remember somewhere in the middle of east Coast, there is a famous coral reef and vacation rentals. I hope DW will cover the Taiwanese indigenous people eho has it's own costume and dialect, they are called the Alisun Who mostly lives on the mountain 🏔️
It's a magnificent piece of documentary, thank you for the effort to show the culture of Taiwan, however, the perspective of the film is more from ethnical Han Taiwanese . One thing may can be done better is to mention that we have diversity culture in Taiwan, not only Han Taiwanese, we also have indigenous Taiwanese and new migrants from Vietnam, Indonesia and so on. Taiwan is the country influenced by Chinese, Japanese and European due to the history, but start from that, we have integrated all the elements and created our multi-cultural aspect of Taiwanese culture. Just a warm reminder that Chinese culture is only part of Taiwanese culture, there are absolutely more treasures to be explored in Taiwan 😊😊
There is NOTHING like Han Taiwanese 😂😂😂Han Chinese is the real Chinese people ethnically!Where in the history of the world did you get the notion of your so called han Taiwanese nonsense 😂😂😂
As an American living in an indigenous area of Taiwan, I agree with this comment.
Chinese culture is only a part of Taiwanese culture, but it is the largest and most dominant part of Taiwanese culture.
@@Guanto1716 This domination resulted from the colonization of the exiled KMT government after 1949 ~!!
Shhhhhh, don't let in on the world's best kept secret! I've visited Taiwan 3 times whilst I was living in China for a decade- OMG, seriously the most underrated country on the planet!! Will never forget the friendly breakfast sandwich maker across the road from the Taoyuan railway station & his welcomes when I bought from him, and the breathtaking beauty of Jiuofen - OMG, I swear it's the Hawaii of the East!
Taiwan, a place under the shadow of China, a free land forced to have no identity in the international community, is always looking for love and attention from the Press. I hope in my lifetime, I can see, one day, that when people talk about Taiwan, it's who we are as a feature rich country that's being remembered, not how we have been suppressed, our geopolitical location, nor our semiconductor. We are another ordinary country like Korea, Vietnam, and Japan, that welcomes all visitors and immigrants.
That cannot be forever to just accept being just a shadow when in fact Taiwan has been always a self-ruled country for over 70 years.
I love Taiwan so much, so many kinds of food to eat, and so many places to go
May I ask you a taboo question? I'm Taiwanese American and I cannot understand why people say Taiwan is friendly? It definitely is not. Everyone ignores me there and treats me like I don't exist. There's no eye contact with strangers. The girls and women are HOSTILE and treat me like a creep or criminal if I talk to them. Bad social vibes everywhere. What's the problem and why the universal LIE? It makes me wonder if reality is even real if everyone lies or if I'm in some kind of dream where everyone is a demon trying to play tricks on my mind. Any logical explanation? I'm very outgoing and have been to 14 countries and have good social skills so I know the problem isn't me. Must be with Taiwan.
I know that Taiwan ranks in the top 10 of the democracy index as one of the most democratic nations on earth. And I know that China ranks right at the bottom of the democracy index, has a long history of authoritarianism, imperialism and human rights abuses and somewhat ressembles the police state of George Orwell's '1984'. So it would be truly devastating for freedom, democracy and human rights, if China gets to do to Taiwan what Russia is trying to do to Ukraine 😔
Boohoohoo China bad
Not if USA, EU, Japan and S Korea protect Taiwan. Taiwan needs your help.
That was absolutely amazing, makes you wanna go to TAIWAN. A Friend of mine went there and loved it...Gotta see it at least once!
Many people love Taiwan
Good documentary. The metaphor of the king boat throughout the report was carefully designed to wish the island peace at this very moment. I'm sure everything will be fine.
this is freaking amazing true culture
🎉 Such a beauteous COUNTRY, people & culture! I wish FREEDOM, democracy, health & prosperity for 🇹🇼 til the end of time! ❤
I'm a documentary addict... This is 1st I've seen on everyday ppl, broad culture, non tech industry, societal staples, traditions & some history factoids new to me!!
SO refreshing & encouraging to see such cohesive culture, ancient traditions thriving by choice not force of elders/religion/govt, reverence of nature, strong community & family bonds dear to every1.... While still receptive to change, new things/people/ideas/technology.. & enviably 'chill' attitude?! 🤯 Very delicate balance many ancient cultures of middle & far east struggle to find or keep - teetering far to 1 end then far to the other, inevitably upsetting & alienating ppl in the process! Young western cultures struggle w/any or much balance.. 🇹🇼=GREAT teacher for the 🌏!!
Inspiring to see well adjusted, peaceful people.. [still 🤯@the 'honor system' $ in the box for corner bath?!].. Truly happy, thriving, living in harmony with/balancing old & new!! ❤🇹🇼
Great video, I loved it! I lived in Taiwan for several years back in the 80’s and again in the 90’s. It was a wonderful time and the people are lovely.
The Taiwanese people are more happier , kinder and more free than their Chinese brother. Long Live Taiwan.
the hostile neighbour is not our brother
Excellent documentary! Would like to visit it in sometime ❤
The diversity and traditions of Taiwan are beautifully captured in this documentary. It's heartwarming to see how ancient customs coexist with modern life on this island. Thank you for sharing these unique insights into Taiwan's culture and natural beauty.
Another exceptional DW documentary, thank u!👏👍
What an amazing country.
Yes, China is amazing.
@@The-CatTaiwan and China are two different countries!
@@txr8565It’s a part of China. Chiang Kai Shek said so.
As i hear the name taiwan...TSMC comes to my mind..but now Taiwan is amazing by watching this documentary
I hope I can visit Taiwan one day. I have family there
I love the culture they are all beautiful ❤️
Beautiful country. Well made documentary. Hope the country remains the same as a free nation.
Still have fond memories of camping out in the beautiful countryside of Hualien. The night markets!!! In the 2 years I never cooked a meal at home!!!
Thank you for the excellent report!
Thank you for watching!
Keep Taiwan free!!!
Keep Taiwan Free from Taiwanese corrupted officials, Warmonger Politicians from US and China.
Keep Taiwan Chinese!!! 🇨🇳
Free and prosper 🇹🇼
You enslaved can continue to serve your CCP master. Taiwan has never been ruled by CCP and it will never be.
Taiwan 🇹🇼 alway was free.. hmmmm.. I am a Chinese born with Taiwanese mother. Hmmmm.. I guess freedom is a definition of choices 🤷.
Bravo DW! Beautiful work. Thank you for making this.
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I've lived in Taiwan most of my life. I'd be happy to point any DW crew in the direction of any story you need. Reach out to me directly if you need assistance. You understand that the people and the culture should be the focus, not warmongering and geopolitical blather@@DWDocumentary
I visited 2wise. It was fantastic recalling the warmth of the people I came across in Taipei.