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Sometimes, the authenticity of culture is simply unsustainable

In 2024, UNESCO introduced 66 cultural phenomena to the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. These are very diverse experiences, ranging from Arabian coffee (United Arab Emirates – Oman – Qatar – Saudi Arabia – Jordan), to the Craftsmanship of traditional…

Managing Culture for creating impacts

The Panagbenga: Ethico-Political Issues, Contestations, and Recommendations on the Cultural Sustainability of a Festival

The Panagbenga cultural festival of the popular tourist destination of Baguio City, Philippines, turns 20 in February 2015. Researching the sustainability of a 4-weeks festival held annually since 1995 is of academic and practical interest. Lessons can be learned for…