Mariachi music has been officially recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in its annual list of “intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding.”
Mariachi, which originated in Jalisco and is considered Mexico’s most traditional and recognizable form of music, was chosen last weekend by UNESCO officials at a summit in Bali, Indonesia.
The “intangible” aspect of the heritage designation is to highlight cultural practices and traditions that lack a physical presence, differentiating them the from castles or ancient relics commonly found in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. When a tradition or custom enters the list, countries must commit to take steps to protect them.
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