Sustainable Development Goals
Abstract/Objectives
This lecture, titled Facing Death, Embracing Life: Fieldwork on Han Burial Culture at Jīluǎnmiàn, integrates academic research with field investigation to explore the significance of burial culture in Taiwan’s historical and social contexts. The event aims to enhance participants’ awareness of cultural heritage preservation while using archaeological and anthropological approaches to analyze burial practices and social structures. Beyond theoretical discussion, the lecture includes an on-site investigation, emphasizing the importance of historical memory preservation and cultural sustainability.
Results/Contributions (500 words)

This lecture combined academic analysis and field research to deepen participants' understanding of Taiwan’s burial culture, highlighting the crucial role of heritage preservation in maintaining historical memory and social identity. The first part of the session focused on fundamental research methodologies, including defining research motivations, conducting literature reviews, and applying archaeological and anthropological theories in fieldwork. Through case studies, the speaker illustrated how burial artifacts—such as tombstones, grave goods, and cemetery structures—reflect social hierarchies, economic conditions, and religious beliefs across different historical periods.


During the field investigation, participants visited the historical site of Huang Qing Tai Student Chengzhi Weng Lin Gong’s Tomb. By observing tomb structures, inscriptions, and decorative elements, they gained hands-on experience in field research methods and challenges. The course not only enhanced students' practical skills in cultural heritage preservation but also encouraged them to reflect on how these historical sites continue to shape contemporary identity and cultural sustainability.


This activity demonstrated the significance of cultural sustainability, emphasizing that heritage is not merely a static relic but a living dialogue with contemporary society. By balancing academic inquiry with practical engagement, the course reinforced the importance of preserving and transmitting cultural memory, laying a foundation for future research and social involvement in heritage conservation.


Keywords
cultural sustainability, burial culture, field research, historical memory, social structure, material culture, ethnic identity