A Curated Digital Encyclopedia

The Tar is a long-necked plucked lute, traditionally crafted and performed in communities throughout Azerbaijan. Considered by many to be the…

Alardah is a traditional performance combining dance, drumming and chanting poetry that signifies the start and end of notable occasions, such as…

The Âşıklık (minstrelsy) tradition of Turkey is performed by wandering poet-singers known as ''âşıks.'' Dressed in traditional clothes and plucking a…

Discover the architectural majesty of ancient cities that once stood as the beating hearts of global trade, science, and art.

UNESCO's 2021 ICH session (16.COM) inscribed 39 elements including Durga Puja, Gamelan, Arabic calligraphy, Joumou…

Thailand has 6 UNESCO ICH inscriptions as of 2025 — from Khon masked dance drama (2018, File 01385) to Tomyum Kung and…

Mexico has 13 UNESCO ICH inscriptions as of 2025 — from Día de Muertos (2008, File 00054) to the Iztapalapa Passion…

Garba of Gujarat was inscribed on UNESCO's ICH list on December 6, 2023 (File 01962, 18.COM Kasane). India's 15th ICH…

The Kumbh Mela was inscribed on UNESCO's ICH list in December 2017 (File 01258, 12.COM Jeju). The world's largest…

Fado was inscribed on UNESCO's ICH Representative List on November 27, 2011 (File 00563, 6.COM Bali). Portugal sole…