Intangible

Taliban changes tune on Afghan heritage preservation

In March 2001, the Taliban shocked the world by blowing up the giant Buddhas of Bamiyan. Two decades later, back in power in Afghanistan, they claim to be making strides to preserve the country's..

Traditional Durbar festival celebrations mark Eid in Nigeria

Thousands come together for the traditional Durbar festival, recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage in the city of Dutse, northern Nigeria. The festival is cancelled for the second time..

Masks, music, merrymaking at UNESCO-listed Czech Shrovetide carnival

Dozens of people wearing masks set out for the annual Shrovetide procession in the central Czech region of Hlinecko. The tradition, unchanged since at least the 18th century, was inscribed in the..

Moroccan women honour henna traditions as UNESCO grants cultural recognition

Henna, a symbol of joy and tradition across the Arab world, has been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, with Morocco at the heart of its rich history.

Portugal's 18th-century dancing horse tradition gallops into UNESCO’s heritage spotlight

The Portuguese School of Equestrian Art in Lisbon, now recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, showcases the elegance of 18th-century dressage with Lusitano horses.

Colombia’s ‘living pictures’ tradition joins UNESCO tangible heritage list

The Colombian tradition of 'living pictures', in which the participants recreate motionless artistic scenes for hours as though frozen in time, returns to the streets of Galeras as is tradition every..