On 4th Dec, 2024 UNESCO decided to add “Spring Festival – Chinese Social Practice of Celebrating the Traditional New Year” in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
China, a land of immense diversity and rich history, is home to a vibrant array of intangible cultural heritage (ICH). These living traditions, passed down through generations, encompass practices, representations, expressions, and knowledge that form an essential part of Chinaās cultural identity. From intricate handicrafts and traditional music to age-old festivals and folk stories, intangible cultural heritage captures the soul of the nation.