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Ancestral system of knowledge of the four indigenous peoples, Arhuaco, Kankuamo, Kogui and Wiwa of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta

Le système ancestral de connaissances des quatre peuples autochtones arhuaco, kankuamo, kogi et wiwa de la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta

The Ancestral System of Knowledge of the Arhuaco, Kankuamo, Kogui and Wiwa peoples of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is comprised of sacred mandates that keep the existence of the four peoples in harmony with the physical and spiritual universe. Through many years of dedication, the knowledgeable men (Mamos) and women (Sagas) acquire...

Latin America and CaribbeanColombiaNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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Dabkeh, traditional dance in Palestine

La dabkeh, danse traditionnelle en Palestine

Dabkeh is a popular group dance in Palestine that is accompanied by traditional wind instruments and popular singing. A social activity, it is performed in several regions during festivals, celebrations and events such as weddings and graduations. Dabkeh is performed by eleven dancers, regardless of gender. The dancers stand in a...

Middle EastPalestine, State ofNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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Falak

Le falak

Falak, meaning ‘heaven’, ‘fortune’ and ‘universe’, is the traditional folklore music of the mountain people of Tajikistan. The expressive and philosophical musical genre may be performed by a male or female soloist, either acappella, or with a single instrumental accompaniment or an ensemble and dancers. Characterized by their high...

Central AsiaTajikistanNot specified in UNESCO dataset
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