Atayal

Atayal is traditionally located in the mid-northern mountain areas of Taiwan, including the northern part from Puli to Hualien. At present, the population is approximately 76,000.

Hunting and farming are their traditional life style. Their fabric weaving skill feature sophisticated patterns and designs. Red color symbolizes blood, which is vital and can keep away from the evils. Face tattoos are Atayal long standing customs. Ancestral worship groups constitute the major social organization. Ancestor worship rituals are the prominent religious ceremony. Gan mouth string playing and dancing are the distinctive features of Atayal entertaining activities.