The Classic Wood Sculpture Town

                                                                                                       Written by Nannakorn Santita, Edited by TLAA

What is the first impression when I visited Sanyi? My first impression when I arrived at Sanyi was there are many shop selling wood stuff. 8 of 10 sculpture shop shows the wood craft thought the clear glass windows and doors along the streets. Actually Sanyi is well known as internationally that the place annually will be held International Woodcarving Art Festival which is one of Taiwan's most important cultural events and highlighting works of masters from around the world.

Sanyi’s wood sculpture originated from 1989, as using dead wood decorated and the unique technique and skill have been taught generation by generation and rapid development as a wood sculpture of Sanyi. Furthermore, thay also have Sanyi Wood Sculpture Museum provided for people who are interested.

The main materials of Shan Ban Ciao’s souvenirs, the place that I had volunteering also made from wood for example the key rings, wood mask for painting, comb, flame of picture, hairpins and some others souvenirs. Moreover, the tables, desks, chairs, and other furniture and decorations were made by wood. I think products which made from wood are really kind with natural much more than plastic or something made by chemical. Especially, this is simply becomes very unique nowadays.

Sanyi is the town of tourists’ attraction which shows the set in a modern building, the museum features an exhibition on the history of woodcarving as well as a vast collection of sculptures. Besides, visitors can enjoy the nature scenery of Sanyi and you will know why wood became important in this area.