There are rare moments nowadays when I feel proud to be from Taiwan.
And the spectacular opening ceremony of the World Games 2009 in Kaoshiung is one of them.
It is beautiful mix of songs, fireworks, light displays and music that express the rich blend of culture, nature and humanity of Taiwan and its people. Amazing!
Budaixi, a unique puppetry art indigenous to Taiwan.
Chen Chu, Mayor of Kaoshiung giving an emotive speech in both Mandarin and Taiwanese
"We all believe, in this international community, every single country should not be forgotten and neglected. Everyone should join hands and cooperate. The whole of humanity, due to this continued cooperation to overcome struggle after struggle in order to make the world even better. Taiwan, Formosa, a beautiful, kind country that is struggling in the midst of difficulties. Kaoshiung is a warm, friendly city. Here, we together work for the 2009 World Games to create humanity's peace and prosperity..."
Hayley Westenra, Nada Sousou
Dance of the Tao Tribe from Lanyu Island.
The ceremony of the Third Prince, a revered local deity in Taiwan folk culture.
Fireworks of the Opening Ceremony
