Henna: rituals, aesthetic and social practices

UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - 2024 URL: https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/02116 Description: Henna is a deciduous tree that grows in hot regions. Perceived as sacred by communities in Northern Africa and the Middle East, its leaves are harvested twice a year to create a paste. Henna paste is commonly used by women for adornment. It is a symbol of joy and is used in everyday life and on festive occasions such as births and weddings. Its use is frequently accompanied by oral expressions and is linked to centuries-old societal rules and traditions. Country(ies): United Arab Emirates; Algeria; Bahrain; Egypt; Iraq; Jordan; Kuwait; Mauritania; Morocco; Oman; State of Palestine; Qatar; Saudi Arabia; Sudan; Tunisia; Yemen © Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2023 Duration: 00:13:51 - Support: - (0211600047)