Taroko
The Taroko people, descendants of Truku Seediq people who moved to the east side of Formosa in the 16th century.
Seediq, the language that is spoken by the Taroko people and the Seediq people in three main dialects (Truku, Toda or Tuuda, and Tgdaya or Tkdaya or Paran); in particular, its Truku dialect (which is sometimes considered to include Toda).
Taroko National Park in Taiwan.
“During her stay here she toured a number of scenic spots, including the Taroko Gorge, one of the great natural wonders of the world.”
“TAROKO GORGE IS SIMPLY A SPECTACULAR PLACE, A wonderland of natural beauty that would leave even the most jaded visitor impressed.”
“"Tommy, I'm here in Taiwan. How's that for alliteration? Tom, I'm here in Taiwan at Taroko."”
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Probably from a Japanese transcription of the native name Truku.
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