Recognized by UNESCO
Traditions inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage lists — among the world's officially safeguarded crafts. 10 on Naqosh.
Ghana, West Africa, GhanaAshanti Kente
Ashanti Kente — traditional strip-loom weaving from Ghana.
Ghana / Togo, GhanaEwe Kente
Ewe Kente — traditional weaving from Ghana and Togo.
South Korea, South KoreaMosi (Ramie Weaving)
Mosi — Korean ramie-fiber weaving.
Palestine, PalestinePalestinian Tatreez
Tatreez — Palestinian cross-stitch heritage embroidery.
Iran, IranPersian Carpet
Persian hand-knotted carpet weaving.
Iran, IranPersian Miniature
Persian miniature painting tradition.
Kyrgyzstan / Central Asia, KyrgyzstanShyrdak (Kyrgyz Felt)
Shyrdak — Kyrgyz mosaic felt rugs.
Mexico / Spain, MexicoTalavera
Talavera — tin-glazed majolica ceramic painting.
Uzbekistan, UzbekistanUzbek Ikat (Atlas)
Atlas — Uzbek silk ikat weaving.
Japan, JapanWashi
Washi — Japanese hand-made bark paper.