Mongolian traditional practices of worshipping the sacred sites
| Author(s) | National Center for Cultural Heritage en Соёлын өвийн үндэсний төв |
|---|---|
| Title | Mongolian traditional practices of worshipping the sacred sites |
| Alternative Title | Уул овоо тахих зан үйл |
| Publication Type | Audio-Visual Material |
| Language | mon eng |
| Location | Mongolia |
| Keywords | Worship Sacred sites Tradition Traditional practices Nature |
| Relevance to ICH Safeguarding | awareness raising promotion heritage management intangible-tangible interface |
| ICH Genre | social practices rituals ecological knowledges and practices |
| Description | Inscribed in 2017 on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding. Mongolian practices of worshipping sacred sites have developed in the cultural space that is home to the nomadic lifestyle, which is characterized by its close harmony with nature and the environment. According to ancient shamanism, these practices are based on the belief in the existence of invisible deities of the sky, earth, mountains, and natural surroundings. Local elders teach young people how to participate in and behave during the ceremony. The worship ceremonies build a sense of community and solidarity and raise awareness about the interdependence of human beings and the environment. |
| Publisher | National Center for Cultural Heritage |
| Place of Publication | Mongolia |
| Date of Publication | 2022 |
| Academic Field | heritage management |
| Community/Ethnic Group | Mongolia |
| Contributor | Council for Cultural Heritage Networking and Communication |
| Active Contribution | Mongolia, FY 2024 |
| Data Collection Project | |