A member of the Atayal (also spelled Atayalic) indigenous people of northern Taiwan, known for their weaving, hunting, and distinctive facial tattoos.
From Austronesian languages of Taiwan, derived from the group's own name for themselves. The term entered English through anthropological and historical records of Taiwan's indigenous peoples.
The Atayal traditionally practiced facial tattooing with intricate patterns that identified their lineage and status—it's an art form that goes back centuries and is experiencing a cultural revival!
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