Living Treasures: Intangible Cultural Heritage

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What are some examples of famous UNESCO World Heritage sites?

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The Tower of Pisa, Machu Picchu, The Taj Mahal.

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What is intangible cultural heritage?

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Traditions that include traditional art forms, such as music, dance, and craft-making, which are an important part of a place's culture.

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When did UNESCO begin to identify cultural traditions?

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In 2008.

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What were among the first cultural traditions identified by UNESCO?

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The Puppet Theater of Sicily and Mexico's Day of the Dead festival.

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How many diverse practices had UNESCO approved by 2017?

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More than 300.

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Name a cultural event included in UNESCO's intangible heritage list.

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The Chinese Dragon Boat Festival.

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What performing art is recognized by UNESCO?

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Spanish flamenco.

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What martial arts are included in UNESCO's list?

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Brazilian capoeira and Korean Taekkyeon.

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What type of handicraft is recognized by UNESCO?

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Japanese washi paper-making.

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What regional cuisines did UNESCO include in 2010?

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French and Mexican food.