Tajik Atlas and Adras Added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Tajik Weaving Traditions Recognized by UNESCO
The art of weaving atlas and adras has been officially recognized as part of the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Mankind, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan.
This decision was made at the 18th session of the Intergovernmental Committee on the Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO, which took place in the city of Kasane, Republic of Botswana.
Atlas is a beloved national fabric among the Tajik people, and the secrets of its weaving have been passed down from generation to generation. The fabric is a dense silk material with a characteristic satin weave, creating a smooth, shiny surface.
The production of atlas involves many stages and requires special skills, with the process of training masters taking from three to five months. The Atlas Khujand enterprise in the Sughd region of Tajikistan is dedicated to producing high-quality fabrics with various designs and decor for the residents of the republic.
In Tajikistan, national costumes are traditionally sewn from satin, and the Tajik Atlas and Adras holiday is celebrated as a way to honor these weaving traditions.
The recognition of the Tajik weaving traditions by UNESCO is a significant achievement and serves to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the region to the world.
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