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ctdress · 2 years
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“When love has expired, I’m the useless fan in autumn to you.” ——— Consort Ban. Actress: Zhang WanQing 张婉清 Hanfu: Han Dynasty QuJu. #hanfu #hanfugirl #hanfudress #hanfuhairstyle #hanfufashion #chinesedress #美好年华研习社 #hanfu_challenge #stagecostume #chinesecostume #traditionalclothes #traditionalclothing #culturalheritage #intangibleculturalheritage #chineseculture #hanfufromchina #traditionalart #chinesehair #chineseaesthetic #handynasty #history #consortban #张婉清 #hairbun #hairbunstyle #costumejewelry #traditionalcostume #traditionalculture #hanfuhairpin #chineseaccessories https://www.instagram.com/p/CixJqw7puXo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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thxnews · 3 months
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UK Ratifies UNESCO, Honours Scottish Traditions
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Scotland's vibrant traditions, ranging from festive celebrations like Hogmanay and Christmas pantomimes to artisanal crafts such as kilt-making and tweed-weaving, are set to gain global recognition. This comes as the UK government moves to ratify the 2003 UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.   A Wealth of Cultural Practices In Scotland, cultural identity is deeply rooted in various practices. Highland dancing, bagpipe playing, and cèilidhs form the backbone of Scottish heritage. These traditions, alongside commons riding and the crafting of the perfect haggis, have been central to Scottish culture and community life. The ratification of the UNESCO Convention opens the door for these practices to gain formal recognition, not just nationally but internationally. From Local to Global: Scotland's Intangible Heritage Scotland's traditions will sit alongside other UK cultural mainstays, such as the Welsh Valleys' male voice choirs and the English tradition of cheese-rolling. This inclusion highlights the diversity and richness of the UK's cultural tapestry.   The Essence of the Convention The 2003 UNESCO Convention aims to safeguard crafts, practices, and traditions that provide a sense of identity and continuity to communities. Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay, Arts and Heritage Minister, emphasizes the role of these traditions in shaping communities and bringing people together. The Convention guarantees the celebration and preservation of these traditions for future generations.   Local Participation in a Global Movement The UK's ratification of the Convention means that Scotland's most cherished crafts and traditions will receive the same consideration as physical heritage sites like Edinburgh Old Town and the Heart of Neolithic Orkney. John Lamont, UK Government minister for Scotland, encourages local communities to nominate traditions for formal recognition, ensuring their preservation.   Public Consultation and Community Involvement A key aspect of recognizing intangible cultural heritage is community recognition and involvement. The public consultation launched seeks views on the UK Government’s approach to implementing the Convention. This process involves nominating and evaluating traditions, as well as defining the criteria they must meet for consideration.   Collaborative Efforts for a Richer Cultural Inventory The UK Government, in collaboration with the Devolved Administrations, the Crown Dependencies, and Overseas Territories, is working to implement the Convention and create a comprehensive UK-wide inventory. This initiative, expected to launch next year, will be a significant step in celebrating and preserving the UK's rich cultural diversity.   Sources: THX News, Office of the Secretary of State for Scotland, Department for Culture, Media and Sport, & John Lamont MP. Read the full article
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environmentindia · 1 year
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BioFest- Indian festivals and Biodiversity Part II
In the second category Indian BioFest we can include those festivals/rituals which are indirectly promoting conservation of biodiversity, especially plants, due to demands of particular plants during the ritual or festive process, for example let us take the example of common ritual of yagna or havan happening during various festivals in India, during the havan many plants are required to be used in the process which are necessary to complete it. Sometimes these plants are not popular in modern society in daily means but their need during the ritual made it necessary to conserve them for accomplishment of the ritual.
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Minor BioFest mostly includes Indian rituals due to their long process and offering process of different natural elements. Ingredients that make part of a festival or celebration are naturally protected because they serve a purpose and have ritual significance. Since Yagna or Havan is unseparated part of most of the Indian communities and there is always a yagna or havan happening in any part of the country, so it is the most important BioFest to be included on first place in this list, Some plants which are used in the ritual of Yagna or Havan are: –
Bael (Aegle marmelos) Neem (Azadirachta indica) Palash (Butea monosperma) Deodar (Cedrus deodara) Gular (Ficus racemosa) Peepal (Ficus religiosa) Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) Bramhi (Bacopa monnieri) Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Baheda (Terminalia Bellirica), etc.
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As we can see that most of these plants are not used in food market but their need in the society and rituals has made them compulsory to be conserve.
The most renowned festival in second category is Chhath Festival. In India and Nepal, Chhath Puja is an important festival that helps to safeguard several native fruit species, especially the pomelo, which is part of the offerings made by women to the Sun God. The ritual of Chhath is largely observed by women, who over 3 days, clean and purify their homes, fast for 36 hours with family members, and prepare a special dish with rice and jaggery (cane sugar) using dried twigs of mango as fuelwood. On the 4th day, a puja (prayer ritual) is performed near a river or water body. The puja includes offerings made of a diverse variety of fruits, flowers, spices and root vegetables. Women arrange these offerings carefully and recite traditional songs to reiterate the importance of conserving water and the environment. Of all the ingredients used, pomelo, is the essential fruit that makes this ritual complete. A large citrus fruit native to South Asia, the festival is a strong motivation for families in Bihar to plant a pomelo tree in their homegarden. In fact, many of the fruits, herbs and spices used in the festival such as guava, banana, sugarcane, turmeric and ginger, are all sourced from homegardens, for example in Bihar where the festival has great importance, the average homegarden boasts an average of 6-8 fruit trees, up to 16 in some cases.
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For most rural households, homegardens provide their families with supplementary food, fodder, fuelwood, medicine and other socio-cultural needs that might arise throughout the year. They act as a safety net, ensuring year-round income in case of crop failure. From a researcher’s point of view, these gardens double as in situ conservation sites for many unique genetic resources for food and agriculture. These fruits, roots and spices not only benefit the household directly and improve their living space, but contribute to a wider pool of available genetic resources for the community and future generations. Most of the fruits used during Chhath are:-
Mango (Mangifera indica) Lemon (Citrus limon) Sapota (Achras zapota) Pomelo (Citrus grandis) Jackfruit (Artocarpus integrifol) Monkey Jack (Jackfruit) (Artocarpus lakoocha) Papaya (Carica papaya) Sugar Apple (Annona squamosa) Banana(Musa paradisiaca) Custard Apple (Annona reticulata) Pomegranate (Punica granatum) Peach (Prunus persica) Jamun (Syzygium cumini) Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis) Lychee (Litchi chinensis) Guava (Psidium guajava) The plants grown in homegardens are not static, but rather provide opportunities for experimentation and creativity. Homegarden owners often attempt new experiments such as introducting new varieties, planting in different seasons and growing different companion mixtures to see how that might affect productivity.
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Another similar type of festival is Harelaa of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh state which is basically a festival related to agriculture but its whole long process makes it best suit for biodiversity conservation. Harelaa is celebrated three times in a year during the sowing seasons in Uttarakhand and Himachal. During the occasion family members sow 5 types of agricultural plants in a small container (which is made of leaves or bamboo) containing the soil of their cropland. To start the process, one has to take out soil from rat’s burrows only as it is believed that the rat’s burrow contains all types of soil of the field due to its movement in the cropland. We can clearly see that where rats are believed to be the enemy of farmers and a pest in agricultural sector, this festival shows how even a rat can be beneficial for one. As a rat moves in different croplands in search of food it transfers the soil of that land in the burrow making it easier to get the mixture of soils of different croplands. After that the soil is dried and then transferred to a container made of leaves or bamboo. Then seeds of 5 plants are sowed in it which include wheat, corn, mustard, horse gram, and barley. After 9-11 days plants are offered to deity – then – family members – then – all pets or domesticated animals and then to the nearby birds of the area or house. In the last the food is offered to cows and crows and then is distributed among family members to eat. This festival act as an efficient way to make the children emotionally attach to the nature and its components. The festival supports plantation and biodiversity conservation and can be a good translator to spread green message of conservation.
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There are many rituals or festivals that can be put in this list like Badhaan Pujan, and Peepal Pujan of Uttarakhand, Vyanjan Ekadashi in Odisha, Tulsi Pujan in North India etc. Knowledge of these BioFests can be beneficial for governments if they want to preserve biodiversity and culture in an integrated manner. There are also some modern BioFest present in India like Hornbill Festival of Nagaland, Konkan Fruit Festival of Goa, Hakki Habba Bird Festival of Karnataka, etc but these are more conservation oriented with less to no relation with any special ritual or cultural identity, so the Major and minor BioFest can surely provide a Bio-cultural opportunity to make biodiversity conservation an emotional part od communities.
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sunnarues · 1 year
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This is a small water bag for Miao children collected by my parents. It is over 100 years old and has been in our family for over 40 years. Made mostly of patchwork, it comes with hand-woven trim straps and a pretty color palette. There are deformed butterfly patterns, a certain Miao nationality in Guizhou. #antique #asia #folk #fashion #india#vintage #travel #interior#artisan #craftsmanship #intangibleculturalheritage #exhibition #embroidery#miaoembroidery#culturalheritage #colours #ethnictextiles https://www.instagram.com/p/CphSli-jMON/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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greenjaydeep · 1 year
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এ বছরের বিস্ময়৷ প্রাকৃতিক বা মহাজাগতিক প্রক্রিয়ায় যে গতির সৃষ্টি, তার বাইরে আছে মানুষের সৃজন ও শক্তি দ্বারা সঞ্চারিত গতি । মানবিক স্পর্শ বা মানুষ অংশগ্রহণই সব রকম ঋতির উৎস । যা এবার টালা প্রত্যয় ফুটিয়ে তুলেছে তাদের মণ্ডপে৷ মণ্ডপটি লোহার পাত, লোহার কাঠামো দিয়ে তৈরি । উপরে নকশায় আছে রঙিন ফাইভার সিট । #talaprottoy #durgapuja2022 #grand #pandal #pandalhopping #durgapooja #puja2022 #pujavibes #motog825gshot #durgapujo2022 #humanpower #celebratinghumancreativity #intangibleculturalheritage #unesco #festivemood #festivevibes #iron #fibresheets (at Tala Park Pratyay) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjYRT9ZPw3y/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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somyasabarwal · 2 years
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UNESCO’S List of Intangible Cultural Heritage | UPSC EDEN IAS
Stumbled upon a question on the alluring Ajanta Caves? Wondering why is the architectural work of Le Corbusier famous? Brainstorming about the features of the exquisite Descent of the Ganges? Thinking about the location of the picturesque Pancha Ratha? Well, worry not, Eden IAS is happy to answer all these questions for you.
It is one of the most important topics of Indian Art & Architecture. It incorporates static and current updates as well. Coupled with cultural and natural sites, we bring to you each and everything an aspirant must know about this topic. We hope that this video will help you in understanding the topic better and lucidly. Happy watching, happy learning!
For more information visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBk_3ORmoIo
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nanachiao1210 · 2 years
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#喬私語錄 いよいよ明日です。 明天就要開始遶境 今天鎮瀾宮好多人 有「蓄勢待發」的氛圍 我,準備好囉! #大甲媽祖遶境 #世界三大宗教盛事 #世界非物質文化遺產 #娜娜喬探索城市 #娜娜喬旅行台灣 #旅行 #travel #ich #intangibleculturalheritage #大甲鎮瀾宮 #疫苗3ok (在 大甲鎮瀾宮) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcDm5u6viyI/?utm_medium=tumblr
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Vietnam's dedication to preserving intangible cultural heritage recognized globally
via Vietnam Plus, 21 April 2023: Vietnam has been recognized internationally for its efforts to preserve and promote intangible cultural heritage, with 15 such heritages recognized by UNESCO #intangibleculturalheritage
via Vietnam Plus, 21 April 2023: Vietnam has been recognized internationally for its efforts to preserve and promote intangible cultural heritage, with 15 such heritages recognized by UNESCO, and will host an Intangible Cultural Heritage Performance Festival in Phu Tho province from April 21 to 24. Vietnam is one of the first nations joining the Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible…
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ronghuachinese · 3 years
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Chinese Ronghua Headwear Handmade by @爱做绒花的大金 on Weibo #ronghua #chineseronghua #chineseculture #绒花 #非物质文化遗产 #intangibleculturalheritage #chineseintangibleculturalheritage #art #headwear #chineseheadwear #chineseart #chinesetradition #crafts #chinesecraft #craft #handmade #handcraft #pretty #gorgeous #beautiful #cultural #cultures #chinesehandcraft #chinese https://www.instagram.com/p/CN6YzI7gYJs/?igshid=n1bebtl4vjg5
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island6artscenter · 5 years
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Behemoth 
“How about a dinner later tonight? Nah, I don’t have much time, I have to feed the mouse.” Or: “I’m sorry, the mouse is on the treadmill. Can’t waste that energy.” Maybe: “Oh, I’ve just sweetened up my meal, can we make it another day?” We’ve all encountered such excuses. Indeed, mechanized motion has changed our lives. Ever since the first human realized the only solution to hunger was through work, we relentlessly want to make others do that instead of us. Be them slaves, employees or machines, they are all driven by energy extracted from other sources, hence we have to feed them, pay them or plug them in. If only we had machines that operate indefinitely in perpetual motion. Imagine if Naum Gabo constructed the world or Alexander Calder had written the Holy Bible. The perspectives were unlimited, and space was a boundless playground. What would be the excuse in such rhythmic world? Would you have infinite energy to meet all the expectations from others or would gravity still try to pull you down?
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102 x 102 cm | Shanghai | 2019
Media:   RGB LED display, Chinese papercut (Jian Zhi) on Plexiglass, paper collage, teakwood frame
This artwork is available here: https://island6.org/behemoth
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ctdress · 2 years
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🌺Pomegranate flower goddess. 🌨Patented design: Wei Jin Style Hanfu repost from @琴挑原创汉服 Weibo/Taobao. 🏮The “jellyfish-like” gauze lantern: Jiàng shā dēng is unique Chinese intangible cultural heritage. #hanfu #flowergoddess #hanfugirl #hanfudress #hanfu_challenge #琴挑原创汉服 #hanfuphotography #hanfufashion #hanfufromchina #hanfuculture #chinesedress #weijinstyle #jindynasty #chinesecostume #chinafashion #hanfuhairstyle #hanfuaccessories #chineselantern #lanternchina #绛纱灯 #灯 #silklantern #chinesehair #chinesehairstyle #intangibleculturalheritage #jiangshadeng #gauzelantern #traditionalart #traditionalculture #traditionalclothes https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci-h3lBp-bi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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thxnews · 7 months
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UNESCO Exhibition: Celebrating Intangible Cultural Heritage
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  Honoring a Milestone
The UNESCO Almaty Cluster Office, in close and fruitful collaboration with the Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, is proudly announcing the launch of a captivating photo exhibition. This exhibition marks a significant and momentous milestone, commemorating the auspicious 20th anniversary of the Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage. This remarkable, culturally rich event promises not only to celebrate but also to illuminate the immense wealth and extraordinary diversity of intangible cultural heritage. This heritage, meticulously preserved and lovingly passed down through generations, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of human culture and tradition.   A Visual Celebration Running from September 14th to September 27th, 2023, the exhibition stands as a visually arresting tribute to the kaleidoscope of intangible cultural heritage. During this time, it will unveil a captivating collection of evocative photographic masterpieces and vivid visual narratives, delving deep into the heart of cultural traditions, craftsmanship, rituals, and vibrant festivals. Through these lens-captured moments, the exhibition intends to unveil and celebrate the abundant cultural diversity embraced within the framework of the Convention.  
A Journey in Three Parts
The exhibition is thoughtfully organized into three distinct and enriching sections. To begin with, it provides a comprehensive introduction to the Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH). In this initial section, visitors not only explore the rich tapestry of traditions but also gain profound insights into the immense significance of preserving these unique cultural legacies. Subsequently, the exhibition seamlessly transitions into a broader panorama, delving into the World's Cultural and Natural Heritage. Here, it skillfully connects the intricate tapestry of intangible heritage to tangible landmarks, creating a vivid and compelling narrative of cultural continuity that captivates the audience. In its culminating section, the exhibition gracefully and purposefully turns its spotlight to shine brightly on the invaluable contributions of Central Asian countries. This captivating and poignant finale pays heartfelt homage to the elements that have rightfully earned their place in the esteemed Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, casting a brilliant spotlight on the enduring and remarkably rich cultural legacy that defines the region.   Marking the Opening Mark your calendars for September 14th at 4:00 PM, as it heralds the official inauguration of this exceptional exhibition. The event will be graced by the presence of distinguished representatives from the UNESCO Almaty Cluster Office and esteemed leaders of the museum. We extend a warm invitation to all enthusiasts of art, history, and culture to join us in this enlightening journey through the lens of our shared heritage.  
A Call to Preservation
In an era where the intricate tapestry of intangible cultural heritage is increasingly at risk, each of us undeniably shoulders the profound responsibility to actively contribute to its comprehensive understanding and steadfast preservation. Within this context, this exhibition emerges as a powerful and poignant reminder, accentuating the collective significance of our shared heritage—a treasure of immeasurable value that warrants wholehearted cherishing for the enduring benefit of generations to come.   Sources: THX News & UNESCO. Read the full article
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environmentindia · 1 year
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BioFest- Indian festivals and Biodiversity Part I
Biodiversity and Indian culture both of them share a common thing i.e., their vulnerability to changing world, both of them need to be conserve in their field, while the biodiversity of the planet has a great international importance, the latter has a great importance for Indians and people indulge in cultural studies.
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Both Indian culture and biodiversity need conservation to an extent as both are being affected by modernization and greed-based development. Biodiversity conservation is one of the hottest topics running around the globe, and to protect biodiversity many conventions and laws are enacted on several occasions, but the real protection of the biodiversity is in the hands of society and if the society is aware or has some emotions to protect it then the conservation can become successful. Similarly, the fast-progressing time has somehow made the current and the elder generation oblivion of their regional cultures and therefore a need has arrived to develop Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) site to educate the generations their own history and culture. Currently India has 14 ICH (UNESCO).
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Indian festivals are mirrors of Indian philosophy and culture, they show how our ancestral values are deep rooted with nature. Worshipping nature is an unseparated part of Indian Culture. Beside their relation to society and rituals, there are many festivals in Indian culture which have good scientific explanation and logic to follow them, also if we remove the pseudo-science from them there are many rituals and festivals left to be followed logically for the betterment of society and nature. Taking help of festivals and cultures to protect biodiversity can be beneficial as they are deep rooted in society, and people also has some emotional attachment to them. Some festivals and rituals directly or indirectly promote biodiversity and nature conservation, so by promoting and putting some green changes in them, can make our most of the conservation programmes successful. To denote such festivals some people call them BioFest i.e., those festivals which celebrate nature and its elements, like particular plants and animals. The following chapter is focused on those BioFests which celebrates non-agricultural plants and animals.
BioFests of India
The relation of Indian festivals and biodiversity conservation can be viewed by two ways or we can categorise our Indian festivals/rituals in two types of BioFests. The first category includes direct biodiversity conservation as an integral part of the festival or rituals which can also be called as Major BioFest, and the second category include indirect biodiversity conservation due to the ritual or festivals' process which can also be called as Minor BioFest.
Major BioFest or Festival/Ritual for Biodiversity
India has a large number of festivals for different occasions sometimes they are to appease some deity, sometimes to celebrate a historical moment or sometimes to celebrate the patterns of nature. In the long list of these Indian festivals there are some festivals which are completely devoted to nature and its elements. The first category of Indian BioFests includes those completely nature devoted festivals and rituals. In the first category we can include those festival which are directly linked to nature and its elements. It includes worshipping those plants and animals which are sacred and the whole festival or ritual won't be completed without their presence which in itself made it compulsory for the society or at least to people of the faith to conserve them for future. It can also be possible that the ancient Indian philosophers had knowingly inserted these festivals to protect those particular species by seeing their vulnerability to extinction, and it can be confirmed by seeing the various Maharishis' work related to those species which were not directly related to human economy and society specially plants for example Maharishi Parashara's Vrksha Ayurveda. Also, the Brhat Parashar Smrti (10.379) admonishes in this context: He who plants and nurtures the following trees will never see hell: one each of the holy fig (pipal), margosa (neem) and banyan (bargad), ten tamarind trees and three each of wood apple, the holy bel, myrobalan and five mango trees. The list of first category of Indian BioFest includes many festivals and rituals, following is the list of some most known of them: -
Phool Dei in Uttarakhand: - Festival of flowers where, children give flowers to people.
Aavla Ekadashi Vratam: - Celebration Day for Aavala tree (Indian gooseberry)
Ashoka Pratipada: - Celebration Day for Ashoka tree (Saraca asoca)
Maa Shitalaa Puja in North India: - Celebration Day for Goddess Shitalaa and Neem tree (Azadirachta indica)
Sarhul in Jharkhand: - Sarhul festival is celebrated when Saal trees get new leaves and flowers. They do not start eating any fruit, flower or paddy in this season
Puli Kali in Kerala: - Pulikkali is a recreational folk art performed during Onam
Naag Panchami: - Celebration Day for snakes either through idol or live snakes
Waghbaras in Maharashtra: - Carnivalesque gathering that goes on through the night to pray and appease the benevolent spirit of Waghdev (leopards and tigers).
Tihar during Deepawali festive: - Festival celebrated in Himalayan states for five days with worshipping crows, dogs, cows, and bulls
Chelina Jatre in Karnataka: - Festival of worshipping scorpions
Vat Purnima: - Celebration Day for Vat tree (Ficus benghalensis)
Mithun Sankranti: - Celebration Day for mother earth
Shat-tila Ekadashi: - Celebration Day for Sesame
Vasant Panchami: - Celebration Day for Spring arrival
Bail Pola in Central India: - Celebration Day for Ox
Bishnoi Sthapana Divash: - Celebrated as establishment day of Bishnoi Community of Rajasthan with spreading awareness regarding the 29 principles of love and compassion of the sect.
Bathukamma in Telangana: - Festival of flowers, where flowers are offered to ponds.
The festival of Phool Dei is celebrated in the Garhwal and Kumaun regions of Uttarakhand every year in the flowering season (March-April) for about a month. Children go into farms, forests and gardens and collect fresh flowers to offer to the local deities and then to the doorsteps of each home as a welcome gesture for the onset of spring season. The local belief is that placing flowers at the doorsteps of houses for the gods will bring prosperity and blessings. The groups of children, known as Phoolyari, bring flowers daily to the households and receive money and sweets in return from each family on the last day of spring. The celebration of Phool Dei indirectly rooted a sense of affection and protection towards nature, especially local flowers and trees, in people, especially children minds.
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The Waghbaras festival has special importance for Indian biodiversity conservation programme regarding its relation to one of the keystone species of India, the Leopards. Waghbaras or Vaagh Baras is celebrated in Gujarat and Maharashtra a day before Dhanteras. It is an important day when cattle and calves are worshipped and fed with wheat products. The Waghbaras is the special day for the Warli tribe of Maharashtra. Rituals and offerings are a crucial part of Waghoba (Leopard and tigers) worship, which materialises during the annual Waghbaras festival. The Warlis and people of other tribes worship the Waghoba for protection from diseases, calamities and big cats (they believe that the wagh or leopard is the “king of the jungle”, and it would protect them when they roam forests).
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Similarly, Naaga Panchami, the popular Hindu festival, falls on the fifth day of the bright half of Shravan month of Indian calendar (on August 4 this year). People worship the snake or Naag on this day. But the people of Kandakoor village, about 20 kms from Yadgir, Karnataka worship the idol of a scorpion and play with scorpions too by the name of Chelina Jatre. Worshipping scorpions or an idol of a scorpion is very uncommon in the state. On the festive day people trek up the hill, singing folk songs. They then gather and worship Kondammai and a statue of a snake. After this begins the bizarre ritual of hunting for scorpions. the villagers and devotes, including children, sing songs, pray to the deity and then begin searching for scorpions beneath boulders and rocks on the hill. After playing with the scorpions, the villagers bring them to the temple and place them before the deity. They then offer saree, oil and coconut to the deity, pray to it and then start their descent. Scorpions generally are shy creatures and they scurry away to the safety of a nook or corner. They rarely sting unless they are touched. But in this case, they neither flee from human touch nor do they sting. So far, there has not been a single case of scorpion bite on this day. Chelina Jatre is not only a unique and fascinating festival, it also makes an incredible relation between humans and some of the venomous creatures of the earth. Surely it decreases the inbred fear of scorpions – snakes, makes people to see the life in another way and make them realise that how there are many creatures living on our planet sharing it with us.
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The list of Indian Major BioFest is very long considering that there are many plants and animals sacred in India and there is always a specific day and festival devoted to worship them. The list of Indian sacred plants and animals is uncountable due to its bio-ethnic-diversity and so the list of these festivals and rituals.
... To be continued
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touthaiti · 2 years
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Bòn Fèt Endepandans epi Bòn Ane! 1804-2022 Happy Haitian Independence Day! 🇭🇹 Joumou or giraumon soup is a traditional Haitian pumpkin soup made with vegetables, plantains, meat, pasta and spices. It is a celebratory dish, deeply rooted in Haitian identity, and its preparation promotes social cohesion and belonging among communities. Originally reserved for slave owners, Haitians took ownership of the soup when they gained independence from France, turning it into a symbol of their newly acquired freedom and an expression of their dignity and resilience. It is made from giraumon, a variety of pumpkin once cultivated by the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean, and is prepared and consumed specifically on the first of January – Haiti’s Independence Day – when it constitutes the first meal of the year. It also serves as traditional Sunday breakfast. The preparation of Joumou soup is a family and community affair: women manage the overall activities, children help to prepare the ingredients, artisans make the aluminium pots and other utensils used to prepare the soup, and farmers work the land to harvest the vegetables. Today, several variations of the soup can be found in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines. #soupjoumou #libertysoup #soup #freedomsoup #IndependenceDay #culturalheritageofHumanity #CulturalHeritage #humanity #haiti #1804 #Intangibleculturalheritage #unesco #slavery #patrimoinenational #patrimoineinternational #nyfoh #nyfriendsofhaiti2010 #HappyHaitianIndependenceDay #haitiandiaspora #haitianculturalcenternewyork #giraumon #soupgiraumou #squash https://www.instagram.com/touthaiti/p/CYNBr0muNsv/?utm_medium=tumblr
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greenjaydeep · 2 years
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শুভ শারদীয়া৷ Artist: @surabhi_b6 #subhosharodiya #durgapuja2022 #intangibleculturalheritage #durgapuja #illustration (at Kolkata) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci7FYI6vrUz/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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Bòn Fèt Endepandans epi Bòn Ane! 1804-2022 Happy Haitian Independence Day! 🇭🇹 Joumou or giraumon soup is a traditional Haitian pumpkin soup made with vegetables, plantains, meat, pasta and spices. It is a celebratory dish, deeply rooted in Haitian identity, and its preparation promotes social cohesion and belonging among communities. Originally reserved for slave owners, Haitians took ownership of the soup when they gained independence from France, turning it into a symbol of their newly acquired freedom and an expression of their dignity and resilience. It is made from giraumon, a variety of pumpkin once cultivated by the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean, and is prepared and consumed specifically on the first of January – Haiti’s Independence Day – when it constitutes the first meal of the year. It also serves as traditional Sunday breakfast. The preparation of Joumou soup is a family and community affair: women manage the overall activities, children help to prepare the ingredients, artisans make the aluminium pots and other utensils used to prepare the soup, and farmers work the land to harvest the vegetables. Today, several variations of the soup can be found in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines. #soupjoumou #libertysoup #soup #freedomsoup #IndependenceDay #culturalheritageofHumanity #CulturalHeritage #humanity #haiti #1804 #Intangibleculturalheritage #unesco #slavery #patrimoinenational #patrimoineinternational #nyfoh #nyfriendsofhaiti2010 #HappyHaitianIndependenceDay #haitiandiaspora #haitianculturalcenternewyork #giraumon #soupgiraumou #squash https://www.instagram.com/p/CYNBhHSLz3t/?utm_medium=tumblr
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