Bulgarian Bagpipes Poised for UNESCO Recognition
Bulgaria’s nomination of “Bagpipes and bagpipe playing in Bulgaria - transmission of knowledge and skills” has cleared a key stage toward inclusion on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The UNESCO Evaluation Committee has given a positive assessment, confirming that the element meets all criteria and recommending its inscription. The final decision will be made by the Intergovernmental Committee during its session in New Delhi, India, from 8 to 13 December 2025.
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