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In pictures: Taiwan's Tao tribe


		Slaughter On the day itself, pigs are slaughtered. More than 40 pigs are killed for this ceremony; the meat then roasted and distributed to guests. A pig can cost more than $100 (Ł51) - a large amount for villagers - but the show of generosity is a sign of the family's prestige and social standing. Taro is also distributed to the invited guests.

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