Incense Fire

Situated in the middle of a traditional three-section compound, “tangˊhaˊ” is the shrine where the Hakka worship their ancestors. The tangˊhaˊ fire burns all night everyday, leading generations of offspring home—except for the married daughters. As responsibilities are passed on to the younger generations, some Hakka clans have begun to relax the restrictions, although there are still many hurdles to overcome….