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Whistled Language
Whistled Language
Whistled Language
Whistled language is a method of communication used in Turkey to simulate and articulate words by whistling. This practice developed because of the steep mountains and rugged terrain in the area, which prompted Turkish farmers to find an alternative way to communicate over long distances.
This practice is a major reflection of the cultural identity of the societies of the region, and it promotes communication and solidarity between individuals. The interest of the new generation in whistled language has diminished due to the use of mobile phones, but societies have worked very actively to promote this language practice at the national and international levels to ensure its sustainability.
Whistled Language was inscribed in 2017 on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in Turkey.
This practice is a major reflection of the cultural identity of the societies of the region, and it promotes communication and solidarity between individuals. The interest of the new generation in whistled language has diminished due to the use of mobile phones, but societies have worked very actively to promote this language practice at the national and international levels to ensure its sustainability.
Whistled Language was inscribed in 2017 on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in Turkey.
Whistled Language
Date of Inscription
2017
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Nawrouz
Mevlevi Sema Ceremony
Arts of the Meddah, Public Storytellers
Karagöz
Âşıklık (Minstrelsy) Tradition
Traditional Sohbet Meetings
Semah, Alevi-Bektaşi Ritual
Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival
Ceremonial Keşkek Tradition
Mesir Macunu Festival
Traditional Craftsmanship of Çini-Making
Turkish Coffee Culture and Tradition
Ebru, Turkish Art of Marbling
Traditional Turkish Archery
Hüsn-i Hat, Traditional Calligraphy in Islamic Art in Turkey
Heritage of Dede Qorqud/Korkyt Ata/Dede Korkut, Epic Culture, Folk Tales and Music
Traditional Intelligence and Strategy Game: Togyzqumalaq, Toguz Korgool, Mangala/Göçürme
Art of Miniature
Flatbread Making and Sharing Culture: Lavash, Katyrma, Jupka, Yufka
Traditional Ahlat Stonework
Sericulture and Traditional Production of Silk for Weaving
Telling Tradition of Nasreddin Hodja/ Molla Nesreddin/ Molla Ependi/ Apendi/ Afendi Kozhanasyr Anecdotes
Culture of Çay (tea), a Symbol of Identity, Hospitality and Social Interaction
Traditional Knowledge, Methods and Practices Concerning Olive Cultivation
Art of illumination: Təzhib/Tazhib/Zarhalkori/Tezhip/Naqqoshlik
Craftsmanship and Performing Art of Balaban/Mey
Craftsmanship of Mother of Pearl Inlay
Iftar/Eftari/Iftar/Iftor and its Socio-Cultural Traditions