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Africa, Blog, Food Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Internship July December 2017

Vibibi: The Swahili cuisine that evokes a communal feeling

August 4, 2017September 24, 2017

Vibibi is a dish that is eaten among the Swahilis in communal settings. The process of sharing food is a ritual in the Lamu Archipelago …

Africa, Blog, Food Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Internship July December 2017

Futali: Sweet potatoes with a Malawian twist

July 31, 2017September 24, 2017

Commonly prepared in my grandmother’s kitchen, the Futali meal is an integral part of Malawian food culture Visit Malawi in Africa and you will be …

Best From Our Students, Blog, Food Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Internship July December 2017

Antin Undi: A burst of dry fruit, Kannadiga style

July 29, 2017September 24, 2017

Literally glued together by edible resins, the Antin Undi is a treat for any sweet tooth The state of Karnataka, set in peninsular India, evokes …

Blog, Heritage, Internship July December 2017

Themes – July to December 2017

July 10, 2017June 12, 2020

Every month, GoUNESCO explores different themes in heritage. This helps us focus not only on popular forms of heritage, but also others that don’t garner …

Blog, Travellers

Marché de Senlis: The charming, bustling market in northern France

July 5, 2017August 21, 2017

Name of market: Marché de Senlis/ Market of Senlis Address: Downtown of Senlis, L’Oise, Hauts-de-France, France. Operating days and times: Tuesday and Friday, 8:00 am– …

Blog, Built Heritage, Religious

Kapleeswarar Temple: Of angry Shiva and appeasing Brahma

July 1, 2017August 21, 2017

The Kapleeswarar Temple located in Mylapore in Chennai is a fine example of eight-century Pallavan architecture and is the oldest temple in the city. This …

Arts and Crafts, Best of 2016, Blog, Conservation, Heritage, Intangible Heritage

From Channapatna to White House: A tale of wooden toys

June 24, 2017May 22, 2018

Karnataka is a land rich in art and history. Many craft traditions in the state have been passed on from generations and this progression has …

Arts and Crafts, Asia, Blog, Community

Sikki Craft: Nature and Artistry

June 9, 2017June 9, 2017

This article was originally published on Nazariya, and was written by Ananya Maahir. Fusing a love for art and nature, Sikki work is one of …

Asia, Blog, Conservation, Heritage

Sinhagad: When natural beauty and history come together

May 17, 2017July 21, 2017

The Sinhagad fort stands as a symbol of triumphing bravery of fierce Maratha warriors under the leadership of Tanaji Malusare, a general of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. …