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The World is Watching as Partners across the Atlantic Area launch 60 New Tourism Experiences in Newry, Mourne and Down

16 Aug 2022 | by Atlantic CultureScape

Sixty new tourism experiences from across the Atlantic Area have just been launched in Newry, Mourne and Down thanks to the completion of the Atlantic CultureScape project, adding to the incredible tourism offering already established within the district. The pioneering...

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Brecon Beacons ICH Cluster Update

29 Nov 2021 | by Atlantic CultureScape

The ICH Cluster of tourism businesses in the Brecon Beacons have welcomed new members over the last few months. These...

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The Andalusian Regional Ministry of Culture Celebrates Flamenco Day

29 Nov 2021 | by Atlantic CultureScape

On 16 November 2010, UNESCO included flamenco in the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. On the 11th...

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New Logo for Gaeltacht Mhúscraí

11 Oct 2021 | by Munster Technological University

Gaeltacht Mhúscraí has developed branding to represent the areas unique and vibrant intangible cultural heritage.

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Cantabria: A region rich in history and cultural heritage

23 Sep 2021 | by Regional Government of Cantabria

Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Cantabria in Northern Spain. The region's traditions, festivals, folklore and more.

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District Council Tourism Experiences Get Market Ready

8 Sep 2021 | by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Experience Providers in Northern Ireland get ready to launch their new experiences to the Travel Trade...

A hollow way in the Brecon Beacons National Park

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Droving in the Brecon Beacons National Park

2 Sep 2021 | by Brecon Beacons National Park Authority

Droving is the ancient process of driving cattle to market by foot. Droving livestock from the Welsh hills to the...

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Carpentry and traditional boats in the sea of A Guarda

3 Aug 2021 | by University of Vigo

In A Guarda on the Atlantic Coast, the skill of boat building and boat carpentry is being safe guarded for...

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Atlantic CultureScape Project News Spring/Summer 2021

29 Jul 2021 | by Atlantic CultureScape

Our third Atlantic CultureScape Project Newsletter is now available to read.

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Alfombras Florais: Flower Carpets

4 Jun 2021 | by University of Vigo

The spectacular floral carpets of A Guarda, Spain, are created each year by local communities in celebration of a Christian...

Algas mariñas na praia, A Guarda / Seaweeds on an A Guarda Beach

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Arghacería: seaweed harvesting

6 May 2021 | by University of Vigo

Seaweed harvesting or Arghacería, is an important part of the intangible cultural heritage of A Guarda in Spain.

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Discover the pilgrimage routes of Cantabria

4 May 2021 | by Regional Government of Cantabria

The Spanish region of Cantabria has two World Heritage pilgrimage routes, where the intangible cultural heritage is safeguarded by the...

Almadraba: a traditional way of catching tuna - Fondo gráfico IAPH

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Almadraba: 3000 years of traditional tuna fishing

19 Apr 2021 | by The Andalusian Agency of Cultural Institutions

Traditional tuna fishing or almadraba is a method of fishing for blue-fin tuna in Andalusia. Its origins can be traced...

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Dóchas don todhchaí – Hope for the Future

7 Apr 2021 | by Munster Technological University

Gaeltacht Mhúscraí in Ireland overcome the challenges of celebrating St Patrick's Day during a Pandemic by creating an online concert...

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DISCOVER the SALINAS de CHICLANA

25 Mar 2021 | by The Andalusian Agency of Cultural Institutions

Discover the Salt Pans of Chiclana in Andalusia, Southern Spain, and learn what visitor experiences await you including guided tours,...

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Follow in the footsteps of Saint Patrick

17 Mar 2021 | by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

In celebration of St Patrick's Day learn how walking guides Mairéad Sweeney, Duane Fitzsimons and Brigid Watson are developing a...

Cooperativa Terra Chã -Caving experience

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Introducing Cooperativa Terra Chã

10 Mar 2021 | by Rio Maior Municipality

Introducing Cooperativa Terra Chã, a group safeguarding intangible cultural heritage in the municipality of Rio Maior, within the Natural Park...

Daffodils, an emblem of Wales - Cribarth © Hawlfraint y Goron © Crown copyright (2021) Cymru Wales

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St David’s Day – A celebration of Welsh Culture

1 Mar 2021 | by Brecon Beacons National Park Authority

In Wales March 1st is St David’s Day or Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Sant in Welsh. St David is the patron...

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Project Partners publish new research report

22 Feb 2021 | by Atlantic CultureScape

Atlantic CultureScape Project Partners have published a new research report. The report delivers on Work Package 3, action 3.2 which...

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Carnival in Portugal

15 Feb 2021 | by Rio Maior Municipality

Carnival is the biggest festival of the year in Portugal. Read about its origins and how this living culture has...

Traditional Irish Dancers - Celtic Storm Irish Dancers

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Traditional Irish Dance ICH Experiences

10 Feb 2021 | by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

Spotlight on intangible cultural heritage providers: Josephine Brennan King has been involved in Irish Dancing all her life and is...

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Discover the intangible cultural heritage of A Guarda

8 Feb 2021 | by University of Vigo

A GUARDA Written by Atlantic CultureScape Project Partner, University of Vigo To the southeast of Galicia, the river Miño, Mount...

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St. Brigid’s Day

1 Feb 2021 | by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

A Celtic traditional festival marking the beginning of spring and the celebration of St Brigid, patron saint of Ireland.

Zambomba de la Hermandad de la Yedra y AAVV de San Miguel. Jerez de la Frontera. Eva Cote Montes • ©Fondo gráfico IAPH

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The Christmas tradition of Zambombas

22 Dec 2020 | by The Andalusian Agency of Cultural Institutions

In Andalusia, Southern Spain, Zambombas are a form of countryside Christmas celebrations. Families, friends and neighbours meet around a fire...

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Tourism Providers training success promises culture boost

17 Dec 2020 | by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

A cluster of twenty ICH tourism providers from Newry, Mourne & Down District Councils area have successfully completed the first...

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