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Kaohsiung Municipal Kaohsiung Girls` Senior High Schol (2018 CyberFair Project ID 8421)
Taiwan, Kaohsiung
Official Status: Final Project: Ready for Judging
Teacher:
Category: 4. Local Specialties

We estimate 7 student(s) from 16 to 18 will work on this entry.

Description of Our Community: Taiwan is subtropical. The unique climate makes the environment suitable for growing bamboos and rattans. In the past, the immigrants from China in 19th century came were surprised to find the bamboo forests here in Taiwan. At the same time, they brought the craftsmanship of their own, combined the local resources and created the Formosan art of this kind. In 1960s, Taiwan turned into the kingdom of bamboo and rattan weaving. Until now, the local specialty shares its beauty with the world.

Project Description: Humidity and heat is a unique aspect of Taiwan, so people have a strong tendency of using bamboo and rattan. When immigrants from China came here, they down on local resources and transplanted the craftmanship of rattan woven from their hometown, combined by the skills from Taiwan's native people. Unfortunately, over the years, this industry have been facing a downfall due to the rise of cheap plastic products. By this project, we will raise the awareness of people towards this craftsmanship.

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