The Intangible Cultural Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has inscribed Rwanda’s Intore dance, a significant honor acknowledging the cultural significance of this traditional performance. Intore is a traditional Rwandan dance. The dancers are arranged in line, representing a warrior’s rank on a battlefield, and with their movements, they simulate a battle against an invisible opponent.
According to UNESCO, the Intangible Cultural Heritage List is a global effort to safeguard traditions handed down from generation to generation. It is intended to preserve practices, knowledge, and skills that provide communities with their unique cultural identity. This is the first time that a Rwandan cultural performance has been honored on this prestigious list.
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UNESCO has also recently recognized several other Rwandan heritage sites, including four Genocide memorials and Nyungwe National Park.
Source: allAfrica.com
