Ciyakang Community｜Work hut moonlight dining

Ciyakang CommunityWork hut moonlight dining

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Between heaven and earth,
enjoying the tranquility of indigenous communities

Between heaven and earth, under the care of the mountains and ancestral spirits, there are gentle breezes. Nourish your soul and feel comforted. As you focus on pottery making, feel free to hum or let your heart and hands unite as you weave. Leave your busy life behind and breathe with nature. Balance body and mind and become immersed in the slow and gentle pace of life in an indigenous community.

Weaving brings a sense of belonging

Women of the Truku tribe weave almost their entire lives, sketching rhombus patterns to awaken the intangible power of the eyes of the ancestral spirits or family crests that represent the prowess of and unite their families. Weaving represents heartfelt blessings and connections with the ancestors to bring a sense of belonging. This year, the Ciyakang Community’s dining experience invites travelers to weave. The dining table features colorful woven items to draw attention to the connection between weaving and indigenous community life.

12:50

Gathering at Hualien Station

13:40

Gathering at Shoufeng Station

14:00

Arrival at Lin Rong Recreational Area

14:10

Blessing Ceremony

14:30

Tribal “Walk and Learn” Card weaving

18:00

Work hut moonlight dining

19:30

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A cup of tea, a feeling, a moment of peace

Start by introducing yourself and greeting the ancestral spirits. With a cup of tea in hand, enjoy a moment of peace. Let your inner self connect with divine spirits. Recenter yourself and ask the ancestral spirits for help with your career, protection for your family, and understanding about how to live a fulfilling life.

Card weaving, focusing the mind and spirit

The collection and dyeing of fibers for weaving provide a glimpse into the historical and cultural contexts of this indigenous community. Flat and brocade weaving techniques are taught so that everyone can weave their own table decoration. Using natural materials, become focused as you work, your hands connecting with your heart, and respond to heaven and earth.

Work hut moonlight dining – A delicious meal based on the story of weaving

Traditional weaving patterns and dyed fibers are the design inspiration for this year’s Ciyakang Community’s dining experience. The main dishes are cleverly made using millet, corn, and Formosan quinoa to present the traditional color scheme of black, cream, and red. Cassava and chicken soup is based on fond memories of Yawas cooking it in the work hut after learning how to dye fibers from her grandmother. This sumptuous meal is based on weaving stories.

12:50

Gathering at Hualien Station
13:40

Gathering at Shoufeng Station
14:00

Arrival at Lin Rong Recreational Area
14:10

Blessing Ceremony

A cup of tea, a feeling, a moment of peace

Start by introducing yourself and greeting the ancestral spirits. With a cup of tea in hand, enjoy a moment of peace. Let your inner self connect with divine spirits. Recenter yourself and ask the ancestral spirits for help with your career, protection for your family, and understanding about how to live a fulfilling life.
14:30

Tribal “Walk and Learn” Card weaving

Card weaving, focusing the mind and spirit

The collection and dyeing of fibers for weaving provide a glimpse into the historical and cultural contexts of this indigenous community. Flat and brocade weaving techniques are taught so that everyone can weave their own table decoration. Using natural materials, become focused as you work, your hands connecting with your heart, and respond to heaven and earth.
18:00

Work hut moonlight dining

Work hut moonlight dining – A delicious meal based on the story of weaving

Traditional weaving patterns and dyed fibers are the design inspiration for this year’s Ciyakang Community’s dining experience. The main dishes are cleverly made using millet, corn, and Formosan quinoa to present the traditional color scheme of black, cream, and red. Cassava and chicken soup is based on fond memories of Yawas cooking it in the work hut after learning how to dye fibers from her grandmother. This sumptuous meal is based on weaving stories.
19:30

End

Information

Tour date(s)	2024/ 11/15、11/16
Location	Alang Ciyakang community, Wanrong Township, Hualien County
Maximum participants	30 people
Duration	6 hours
Meeting time & location	12:50 Hualien Station 13:40 Shoufeng Station 14:00 Lin Rong Recreational Area
Dismissal time	19:30 Expected arrival at Lin Rong Recreational Area: 19:40 Expected arrival at Shoufeng Station: 20:00 Expected arrival at Hualien Station: 20:40
Appropriate ages	No age limit
Fee	NTD 2,500 per person, group rate (2 persons): NTD 2,400 per person (Not applicable to children aged 4–6) Children aged 0–3 (inclusive): Free of charge (no meals, experiences, tribal souvenirs, brand souvenirs, or insurance provided) Children aged 4–6 (inclusive): NTD 1,950 per person Ages 7 and above (inclusive): Full price
Includes	Shuttle from the train station to the tribe, cultural sharing and tour guide, meal expenses, tribe souvenir, group insurance.
Brand gifts	Brand souvenir
Reminders	Casual wears and outdoorsy shoes are recommended. Liquor is served in some of our tours. If you may feel unwell after drinking, please assess your situation properly. In the event that weather condition or any inevitable accident does not allow us to proceed the tour as planned, we will reserve the right to cancel or reschedule the tour. Announcement of cancellation or changes will be published on our Facebook fans page before 8:00 p.m. one day prior to the tour start date. The scheduled time points for each event are for reference only, as the actual situations may vary according to the conditions at scene. Please be punctual and check-in at the meeting time. We will not refund any visitor who leaves the line on his/her own during the tour or who does not show up at all. Seats on shuttle bus are not open for reservation, but you will be able to choose from any seats available on the day freely. Please register with your official name and ID number, which information is mandatory for group insurance.
Refund Policy	Cancellation period Amount refunded 21-30 days in advance 80% refund 10-20 days in advance 50% refund 3-10 days in advance 30% refund 1-2 days in advance No refund