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Harees dish: know-how, skills and practices

di Arabia, Harees is present in many social and cultural elements such as folk stories, sayings and poetry. The related skills and knowledge are passed on from mothers to daughters, in educational institutes, restaurants and hotels, and through the media and official institutions. Preparing and serving harees is viewed as a sign of hospitality and... Saudi Arabia

, United Arab Emirates

, Oman

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Living heritage in formal education: students and teachers share experiences in three short videos

t subjects. O Merdeiro was thus integrated in art classes (masks), Galician language and literature (traditional sayings and oral poetry “regueifas”), music (songs), but also geography for its connection to the environment and the local traditional economy based on fishing and farming. To learn more about the history of the carnival, O Merdeiro......4 March 2026

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15.COM : Examination of the reports of States Parties on the current status of elements inscribed on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding

d its organizations; Encourages the State Party to continue to safeguard and develop the skills of sung poetry linked to the Saman dance, including the use of the Gayo language; Requests that the Secretariat inform the State Party at least nine months prior to the deadline of 15 December 2023 about the required submission of its next report on...19 December 2020

Paris

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15.COM : Examination of nominations for inscription on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

xpressions. Camel racing is a fundamental part of their nomadic lifestyle and a source of inspiration in poetry and singing. Its importance and continuity in Bedouin society is connected to the prominent role camels play in the desert environment. Considers that, from the information included in the file, the nomination satisfies the following cri...19 December 2020

Paris

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15.COM : Examination of nominations for inscription on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

ange of cultural and social functions – everything from its use in traditional meals to being cited in poetry. Symbolically, the pomegranate is associated with long-term productivity, abundance and is considered as a carrier of energy. Local legends viewed it as a symbol of love and passion, while religious people saw it as symbolizing eternity....19 December 2020

Paris

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Sudan takes steps to strengthen the safeguarding of its living heritage

n initial inventory of 42 ICH elements, such as the dressing style of women of Roshaida tribe, Al Saeia Poetry, and henna. Another important result of project was the preparation of a national strategy for safeguarding intangible cultural heritage in Sudan. Following those achievements and thanks to the training received through the project, Suda... Sudan

19 February 2021

Beekeeping in Slovenia, a way of life

olklore texts (with printed works from the eighteenth century onwards disseminating knowledge, prose, poetry and sayings related to beekeeping), art (with the characteristic painted panels and religious and secular motifs on the hives) and architecture (with the construction of traditional apiaries).... Slovenia

Sevdalinka, traditional urban folk song

originated as the result of a long process of acculturation that occurred when the traditional oral poetry of the South-Slavic population merged with the musical influences of the Ottoman Empire. Performed a capella or with the accompaniment of traditional instruments, the main function of sevdalinka is to tell a story. It is practised by professio... Bosnia and Herzegovina

Yaldā/Chella

occasion are also set on the table and consumed during the gathering. Activities range from reciting poetry and storytelling to playing games and music and giving gifts to new in-laws, brides and children. The event celebrates cultural identity, nature, respect for women, friendship, hospitality, cultural diversity and peaceful coexistence. It is... Iran (Islamic Republic of)

, Afghanistan

Date palm, knowledge, skills, traditions and practices

, fronds and fibres) for traditional crafts and social rituals. The date palm is also referenced in poetry and songs, among others. It has been associated with the region for centuries, constituting a key source of nutrition in addition to the associated crafts, professions and traditions. Due to its longstanding significance, the date palm is wide... Saudi Arabia

, Bahrain

, Egypt

, United Arab Emirates

, Iraq

, Jordan

, Kuwait

, Morocco

, Mauritania

, Oman

, State of Palestine

, Qatar

, Sudan

, Tunisia

, Yemen

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