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The origin of the name "Chulu" often leads people to imagine a connection to "Luoye," but in reality, it has nothing to do with deer. The name derives from the Puyuma word "muriburibooku," meaning "a windless place among the mountains." The Chulu village "Ulivelivek" is located along the Taroko Highway toward Hualien, and it is the northernmost village among the eight Puyuma tribes. Since its geographical proximity to the traditional territory of the Bunun tribe, the tribe has established a robust system of clan societies for long-term defense. Visitors can tour the youth clan house and learn through local guides about how the Puyuma people safeguard their homeland via their clan systems. Approximately three kilometers southwest of the village, on a mountainside, lies the "Parang Archaeological Site." According to archaeological findings, the original inhabitants lived there from around 600 to 1400 CE. For the Chulu Puyuma people, this is a sacred site and an essential water source for the community. The site is situated on a slope at approximately 600 meters in altitude. From the parking area, you can follow a natural trail through the forest to reach it. Chulu village celebrates its Harvest Festival in July and holds the Monkey Festival and Great Hunt Festival in December. During the July Harvest Festival, the village hosts a swing ceremony, which is also a unique cultural activity observed among the Rukai tribes. Visitors can participate in the festival around July each year to experience this distinct indigenous cultural celebration. [Source: Indigenous Community Backpackers Abundant Hualien Indigenous Tourism Guidebook]