In this photo taken on December 11, 2021 a dancer takes part in a “nora” performance. (Photo by Madaree TOHLALA / AFP)

 

The United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) today (Wednesday) recognised “Nora”, a traditional folk dance drama from southern Thailand, as an intangible cultural heritage at the 16th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, held online from December 13th to 18th.

 

The official registration of “Nora” will be officially announced at a press conference, held by the Cultural Promotion Department tomorrow afternoon.

 

The announcement means that “Nora” will join the Khon traditional masked dance and Thai massage as part of UNESCO cultural heritages from Thailand.

 

Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/unesco-recognises-thailands-nora-folk-dance-jasmine-rice-wins-best-rice-award-2021/

 

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5 hours ago, webfact said:

The United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) today (Wednesday) recognised “Nora”, a traditional folk dance drama from southern Thailand, as an intangible cultural heritage at the 16th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, held online from December 13th to 18th.

I guess pole-dancing didn't get a mention... considering the popularity.