Falconry, a living human heritage

UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - 2012
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Description: Falconry is the traditional activity of keeping and training falcons to take quarry in its natural state. It is practised in many countries worldwide. Originally a way of obtaining food, falconry is today identified with camaraderie and sharing. Falconry is mainly found along migration flyways and corridors, and is practised by amateurs and professionals of all ages and genders. Falconers develop a strong relationship and spiritual bond with their birds, and commitment is required to breed, train, handle and fly the falcons. [82 words]
Country(ies): United Arab Emirates; Austria; Belgium; Czech Republic; France; Hungary; Republic of Korea; Mongolia; Morocco; Qatar; Saudi Arabia; Spain; Syrian Arab Republic
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