Lanyu Plank Canoe Recreates 300-Year-Old Sea Route, Arrives in Batanes, Philippines This Afternoon [Video]
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The 'Lanyu–Batanes 300-Year Maiden Voyage' project, using a 20-person traditional plank canoe, set off yesterday to revive ancestral maritime routes from 300 years ago. The vessel 'Ovayan Golden Friendship No.' arrived in the Philippines' Batanes Island this afternoon after approximately one day at sea.
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- Q: How far is the voyage from Lanyu to Batanes?
- A: Over 100 nautical miles, crossing the Bashi Strait and Kuroshio Current.
- Q: What does 'Ovayan' mean?
- A: In Tao language, it means 'golden male chest ornament,' symbolizing cultural exchange.
- Q: How was the canoe built?
- A: Built by six Tao tribes using traditional methods; 12 meters long, 20-person capacity.
- Q: How many crew members participated?
- A: 60 crew members rotated shifts to row the canoe over one day.
- Q: How long did the preparation take?
- A: The project took three years of preparation before the 2024 voyage.