TAIWAN Flashcards
(38 cards)
the most widely practiced religion in Taiwan
BUDDHISM
deeply connected to Chinese folk religion, making it
hard to separate the two. focuses on the balance of nature, deities, and ancestor
worship
TAOISM
a minority religion in Taiwan
CHRISTIANITY
a small but growing religion in Taiwan
ISLAM
known for religious tolerance, and people often mix beliefs
(e.g., being both Buddhist and Taoist).
It has one of the highest levels of religious freedom in Asia and protects
the right to practice any faith
TAIWAN
CHARACTERISTICS OF TAIWANESE ARCHITECTURE
- Chinese styles, Colonial influences and modern design
- Vertical buildings with covered passages
- symmetrical layouts
- Focus on practicality and incorporating modern materials
TRADITIONAL CHINESE INFLUENCES IN TAIWANESE ARCHITECTURE
- Symmetrical layouts centered around courtyards.
- Wood framing structures, common in traditional homes.
Distinct roof styles, like the “Hard Mountain Style.” - Rich decorations with paintings, carvings, and
sculptures. - Iconic temple architecture with ornate details.
- Red roof tiles and brick walls reflecting Fujian
influences
MODERN ARCHITECTURE IN TAIWAN
- Vertical buildings with covered passages for practicality.
- Use of modern materials while preserving traditional
elements. - Features of the International Style, like modular forms and
lightweight materials. - Glass bricks are popular for enhancing light and texture.
- Urbanization has driven architectural evolution,
emphasizing functionality
Taiwanese interior design is a blend of traditional _______ aesthetics, ________ influences and _________
Chinese, japaneses, and modern minimalism
INTERIOR FEATURES OF TAIWANESE DESIGN:
- Wood elements (beams, wall panels etc.)
- Sliding doors and screens (fusuma)
- Stone and ceramic tiles (terrazo tiles, patterned tiles)
- Minimalist and functional designs
- Fusion of old and new
-Indoor greenery - Lantern and soft lighting
- Feng shui inspired layouts
- Carved wooden furniture
-Altar and shrines
WALL DECORATIONS/ ORNAMENTATIONS
- Calligraphy scrolls
- Paper cuttings
- Lanterns
- Wooden carvings
- Porcelain/ ceramic plates
- Temple-inspired murals
- Bamboo weavings
The largest copper-cast
seated Sakyamuni Buddha in
Asia.
Fo Guang Big Buddha
One of the largest Buddha
statues in Taiwan, standing
22 meters tall.
Built in Changhua in 1961,
representing Taiwan’s deep
Buddhist traditions
Baguashan Buddha
A traditional Taiwanese temple art form, also called “cut and paste” sculpture.
Features dragons, legendary figures, and mythical creatures, often seen on
temple roofs
Jiannian Sculptures
These Neolithic artifacts,
dating back approximately 5,000 years,
feature cord-marked patterns pressed
into the clay before firing. Discovered at the Fengbitou
Archaeological Site in Kaohsiung
Cord-Marked Pottery
Unique to the Niaosung Culture
of southwestern Taiwan during
the Iron Age, these artifacts
feature a beak-like design and
are believed to have held
religious or functional
significance.
Bird Head-Shaped Pottery
often referred to as
Taiwan’s “Pottery Town,” has
been producing traditional
Taiwanese pottery for over two
centuries. The town is renowned
for its handcrafted ceramics,
including vases, teapots, and
decorative items
Yingge Ceramics
Dating back around 4,000 years, these
artifacts are characterized by a red slip
applied to their surfaces, often adorned
with geometric designs.
They offer a glimpse into the artistic
expressions and cultural practices of
the Yuanshan Culture in northern
Taiwan.
Artifacts have been excavated near
Taipei
Red-Slipped Pottery of the Yuanshan Culture
Originating from the Northern Song
Dynasty, it is is renowned for its
delicate blue-green glaze and refined
craftsmanship.
Considered one of the finest examples
of Chinese ceramics,
Ru Ware Celadon
A U-shaped courtyard
house with a main hall and two
side wings. The layout reflects
family unity and social hierarchy
SANHEYUAN
Similar to the Sanheyuan, but with an enclosed fourth wing, forming a square courtyard
SIHEYUAN
Distinctive for its
sloping, swallowtail roof ridges that
curve upwards. These houses are
often decorated with ornate
carvings and colorful tiles.
MINNAN ARCHITECTURE
Circular, fortress
like structures designed to house entire Hakka
communities
Hakka Tulou
NEUTRAL COLOR PALETTE:
- white
- gray (balance stable look)
- beige ( warmth and elegance)
- Light brown (earthiness)
-charcoal black (metalwork)
