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Intangible heritage of humanity: the treasures of Paris and Île-de-France classified by UNESCO

Roofs of Paris, baguettes, horse-riding, gastronomy... A number of French customs and know-how have been classified by UNESCO as part of the world's intangible cultural heritage.

Arab Week: a free event with souk, cuisine, calligraphy and crafts at Unesco

On November 4 and 5, 2024, discover Arab culture through a free event at Unesco. Conferences, exhibitions, workshops, a food festival, a souk and traditional music will take you on a journey for a few days.

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: celebrate natural heritage at UNESCO

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris, UNESCO headquarters is opening its doors to you! Join us on Saturday and Sunday, September 21 and 22, 2024, to discover the emblematic building, which also contains many treasures.

Cultures en Jeux, a photo exhibition on the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games at Unesco

From June 24 to September 15, 2024, Unesco is exhibiting photographic archives of Olympic Games opening and closing ceremonies over the decades, outdoors.

Maitre Yoga, a free sensory exhibition on well-being at UNESCO House

For a few days in June, UNESCO is hosting an exhibition on the practice and benefits of yoga. Take advantage of Maitre Yoga's advice to become real yogis!

Vhils: a work by the Portuguese street artist enters UNESCO in Paris

Vhils at UNESCO! A work by the famous Portuguese street artist makes its debut at the famous international institution in Paris's 7th arrondissement. Measuring 31 meters in length, this impressive fresco pays tribute to Ellen Wilkinson, President of UNESCO's inaugural Conference.

Nuit des Musées 2023: cultural treasures of African heritage on display at UNESCO

For the Nuit des Musées, the Maison de l'UNESCO opens its doors to let us discover the cultural treasures of African heritage, visible exceptionally throughout the evening of Saturday May 13, 2023.

International Jazz Day 2022: here is the program of celebrations

This year again, the International Jazz Day is taking place on the web. On Saturday, April 30, 2022, you will find a great concert to follow in live streaming, with concerts by Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, Youn Sun Nah, Gregory Porter or Lizz Wright.

The Butte of Montmartre applies for Unesco World Heritage

The Butte of Montmartre is now applying to be part of Unesco World Heritage sites to rekindle the attractiveness of Paris 18th arrondissement and tourism, after the Covid-19 pandemic.

Baguette, Paris rooftops…: which one is to apply to UNESCO Intangible Heritage?

The traditional baguette, the famous Paris rooftops or a wine celebration in Arbois? Minister of Culture Roselyne Bachelot will have to decide between the three French applicants to UNESCO Intangible Heritage.