Intangible cultural heritage
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Intangible cultural heritage —as opposed to a place's tangible cultural heritage, cultural properties such as historic sites, monuments, and artifacts—comprises manifestations of intellectual wealth s
The Viennese coffee house culture, a special form of cultural heritage
A painting on an ancient Greek vase depicts a music lesson (c. 510 BC)
Noh mask. Japan was the first country to introduce legislation to protect and promote its intangible heritage.
Kabaddi, a traditional Indian game which has become increasingly popular around the world.
The Viennese coffee house is a typical institution of Vienna that played an important part in shaping Viennese culture.
Intangible cultural heritage
…and the Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage was drafted in 2003 for its protection and promotion. Definition The Viennese coffee house culture, a special form of cultural heritage The Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage defines intangible cultural heritage…
Drawing of card players in a Viennese coffee house, drawn by Theodor Zasche.
Coffee house culture: the newspaper, the glass of water accompanying the coffee, and the marble tabletop
Café Central in Vienna
Einspänner coffee: A Viennese specialty. It is a strong black coffee served in a glass topped with whipped cream. It comes with powdered sugar served separately.