Cultural Heritage

Definition

Cultural heritage refers to the tangible and intangible aspects of a society's history and identity. It encompasses physical artifacts (buildings, artwork), practices (festivals, rituals), knowledge systems (language, traditional medicine), and expressions (music, dance) that are passed down from generation to generation.

Related terms

UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Places recognized by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) for their outstanding universal value in terms of culture or nature.

Folklore: Traditional customs, stories, songs or legends that are orally transmitted within a community over time.

Indigenous Knowledge: The knowledge systems developed by indigenous peoples through generations about their environment, traditions, spirituality or other aspects specific to their culture.