Abstract

Author:
Jiaxin Zhang

Doi: 10.7508/jra.01.2025.37.55

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The Wanshan rock art located in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, China, is the only rock art site discovered in the Taiwan region, holding significant value within the Chinese and Austronesian rock art systems. Based on the investigation of the traditional cultural beliefs of the indigenous Rukai and Paiwan tribes in the area where the Wanshan rock art is situated, this study interprets the style and meaning of the Wanshan rock art images. It focuses on exploring the commonalities between wood carvings, pottery, and the images of Wanshan rock art; and conducts an investigation and preliminary study on the coexistence of megalithic culture and Wanshan rock art. By examining the ethnic cultural implications carried by the “objects” in the area of Wanshan rock art and the megalithic remains, this study deepens the understanding and knowledge of Wanshan rock art.

KEYWORDS
Wanshan Rock Art, Rukai, Paiwan, Megalithic Culture, Austronesian