HAKKA – 客家

Location of the Island of Taiwan in East Asia
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Island of Taiwan & Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu Islands.
Also shown are:
Green Island (Lu Dao) & Orchid Island (Lan Yu).
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Administrative Divisions of Taiwan
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Traditional geographical distribution of Highland Peoples.
Alternate spellings or names:
Taroko (Truku, Seediq); Yami (Tao)
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Satellite image of Taiwan showing the central mountains. Compare this image with the map (above) to appreciate the geographic distribution of the Highland Peoples.
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THE HAKKA PEOPLE – 客家族

  • The Hakka (客家, Kèjiā) are a Han Chinese cultural group distinguished by their history of migration, language & strong communal traditions. The name “Hakka” literally means “guest families,” reflecting their long history of relocating to new regions.
    In Taiwan, the Hakka are one of the island’s major ethnic-cultural communities, alongside Hoklo (Minnan) people & Indigenous peoples.
  • The Hakka trace their ancestry to northern China, migrating southward over many centuries due to war, famine & political instability. Large numbers of Hakka settlers arrived in Taiwan between the 17th and 19th centuries, mainly from Guangdong Province in Mainland China. They often settled in less fertile or hilly areas, which shaped their reputation for resilience & hard work.
  • Hakka people make up roughly 15–20% of Taiwan’s population. Major Hakka regions include: Taoyuan, Hsinchu County & Hsinchu City, Miaoli County, Pingtung County (especially the inland areas) & Parts of Kaohsiung. Many Hakka communities are located near foothills rather than coastal plains.
  • The Hakka language is a distinct branch of the Sinitic (Chinese) language family. In Taiwan, the most common variety is Sixian Hakka, though several dialects exist.
    Hakka is not mutually intelligible with Mandarin or Southern Min (Hokkien).
    Taiwan actively supports Hakka language preservation through: (i) Public broadcasting; (ii) Education; and (iii) Cultural programs.
  • The Hakka place Strong emphasis on education, frugality, perseverance, and family solidarity. Historically known for gender equality, with women often working alongside men in agriculture. Traditional Hakka homes are practical and defensive, adapted to rugged terrain. In Taiwan, homes are simpler than the famous “tulou” of mainland China but still emphasize clan-based living.
  • Hakka cuisine is known for being savory and preserved, reflecting historical scarcity: (i.) Lei cha (擂茶) – ground tea with herbs and nuts; (ii.) Hakka stuffed tofu; (iii.) Pork with preserved mustard greens; and (iv.) Salt-baked chicken
  • Hakka People embrace spiritual beliefs that are a blend of folk religion, ancestor worship, Buddhism &Taoism. They place strong focus on ancestral halls & lineage remembrance.
  • In Modern Taiwan, the Hakka people have played major roles in: (i) Agriculture; (ii) Education; (iii) Politics; (iv) Cultural preservation. The Taiwanese government has established institutions such as the Hakka Affairs Council to promote Hakka rights, language & culture. Hakka identity today is both distinct & fully integrated into Taiwan’s broader society
  • Many Hakka Taiwanese are bilingual or trilingual (Hakka, Mandarin & often Hokkien). There is a growing movement to revitalize Hakka language & culture, especially among younger generations.

  • taiwantoday.tw – “Strangers in Taiwan – Some Two Million Hakkas Call Themselves Guests although they have been on the Island almost as long as the Hoklo People” @ Taiwan Today e-zine

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