Unesco’s recognition of Laos naga motif celebrated in grand style


Handwoven sinh on display at the National Culture Hall in Vientiane. - Vientiane Times/ANN

VIENTIANE: A grand event to celebrate the official listing of the use of the naga motif in Lao weaving by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) as a form of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity is taking place at the National Culture Hall in Vientiane Friday (June 7).

The event will include displays of the naga motif, a fashion show with models wearing silk sinh featuring the motif, performances of songs and the traditional lamvong dance, and food stalls.

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