dance-list-intagible heritage – Albanian  Telegraphic  Agency. https://en.ata.gov.al News Agency Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:39:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Gonxhja: Osman Taka Dance added to National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage https://en.ata.gov.al/2026/10/08/gonxhja-osman-taka-dance-added-to-national-list-of-intangible-cultural-heritage/ https://en.ata.gov.al/2026/10/08/gonxhja-osman-taka-dance-added-to-national-list-of-intangible-cultural-heritage/#respond Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:30:56 +0000 https://en.ata.gov.al/?p=308812 TIRANA, Oct 8 /ATA/ Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Blendi Gonxhja announced that the Osman Taka Dance has been added to Albania’s National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

The minister described the dance as one of the most distinctive expressions of Albanian cultural heritage and a symbol of Cham identity. The Osman Taka Dance carries the history, pride and resilience of a tradition passed down through generations.

It is associated with the legendary figure of Osman Taka from Konispol and is distinguished by its powerful yet graceful movements, conveying courage, sacrifice, solidarity and a free spirit.

The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport said that its inclusion in the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage represents another step towards preserving and passing on this valuable part of Albanian cultural heritage.

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