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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Simina Mistreanu and Taijing Wu

Why a Taiwanese town began racing snails after devastating earthquakes

The tranquil Taiwanese town of Fenglin, celebrated for its unhurried pace of life, has embraced its unique identity by introducing an unusual attraction: snail racing.

Rather than resisting its slow rhythm, this community of around 10,000 has made it central to its appeal.

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