UNESCO Recognizes Italian Cooking, Kohl Makeup and Icelandic Pools

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Lynsey ChutelDecember 10, 2025 at 08:59 PM

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UNESCO added several new items to its list of "intangible cultural heritage," recognizing and celebrating international customs and cuisine. In December 2025, a committee met in New Delhi to decide which elements from 77 applying countries would be added, with announcements staggered over several days. This year's additions include Italian culinary traditions, kohl makeup application, and Icelandic pool culture, among over 60 new items. Recognition on the list, which began in 2003, can boost tourism but also raises concerns about unsustainable tourism levels. The UNESCO list aims to preserve traditions, considering factors like gender equality, community support, and environmental sustainability in its selection process.

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Marco D'Eramo 40% Iceland 50% Italy ×270% UNESCO ×480%

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unesco 100% intangible cultural heritage 90% cultural traditions 70% italian cooking 70% tourism 60% cultural diplomacy 60% cultural preservation 60% kohl makeup 50% icelandic pools 50% united nations 50%

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Italy

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