Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) – Baluchistan

Ich Entries

Oral Traditions

A person wearing traditional attire with a colorful headscarf and woven garment stands on a mountainous landscape. They are holding a bow-like object and appear focused on their task. The background features lush rolling hills under a clear blue sky.

Performing Arts

Traditional Baluchi dance performances vibrant with colorful costumes and rhythmic drumbeats.
Colorful clay figurines depicting traditional musicians and dancers, adorned with vibrant attire, intricate jewelry, and expressive facial details. The sculptures have a folk art style with vivid use of color, creating a lively and cultural atmosphere.

Craftsmanship

Skilled artisans weaving intricate patterns into Baluchi rugs using age-old techniques.
A traditional stage performance with musicians dressed in cultural attire playing various instruments. The setting features ornate decorations and traditional motifs with intricate patterns on the backdrop. Large percussion instruments and string instruments are visible, with performers engaged in a musical presentation.

Community Voices

Local voices sharing stories and knowledge to keep Baluchistan’s heritage alive.
A Coca-Cola can with a design featuring the region Gilgit Baltistan. It includes an illustration of a person playing a traditional musical instrument against a backdrop of architectural elements.

Craftsmanship

Efforts underway to protect and pass down Baluchistan’s intangible cultural treasures.

Our Story

We gather and share Baluchistan’s living traditions, from songs to crafts, preserving their spirit for generations.
Intricate stone carving featuring detailed floral patterns and symmetrical designs. The craftsmanship shows a high level of artistry with delicate curves and textured surfaces.
A display of colorful embroidered textiles hanging on a railing. The intricate designs feature various patterns and motifs, including animals and floral elements. The textiles are held down with rocks, and a mountainous landscape is visible in the background.
Intricately carved and brightly colored architectural structures are visible, featuring ornate arches and detailed statues that depict figures in traditional attire. The structures are adorned with decorative patterns and vibrant paintwork, emphasizing cultural and historical richness.

Our Services

Documenting and preserving Baluchistan’s rich intangible cultural heritage.