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  Culture Connects 2023: Where the World Danced as One A Global Folk Dance Festival in Noida Proves that Culture Transcends Borders From the echo of tribal drums to the swirl of embroidered skirts, Noida was transformed into a vibrant mosaic of movement and meaning during Culture Connects 2023 —the International Folk Dance Festival that celebrated its most spirited edition yet. Held from October 18th to 21st , this four-day spectacle wasn’t just an event; it was a living, breathing tribute to the universal language of dance. Organized by the Charu Castle Foundation , and elevated by a partnership with UNESCO New Delhi , along with the Ministry of Culture (Government of India) , U.P. Tourism , and CIOFF® India , the festival marked a momentous celebration—the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) . But beyond commemorations, Culture Connects was a rare platform where tradition met togetherness on a global stage. ...
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  Culture Connects 2023: A Confluence of Traditions and Global Harmony International Folk Dance Festival Illuminates the Living Spirit of Cultural Heritage In an era marked by rapid globalization and cultural homogenization, Culture Connects 2023 stood as a luminous celebration of identity, diversity, and dialogue. Held in Noida, Uttar Pradesh from October 18–21 , this edition of the International Folk Dance Festival , organized by the Charu Castle Foundation , offered more than artistic spectacle—it became a dynamic site for the preservation and transmission of intangible cultural heritage. Organized in partnership with UNESCO New Delhi and supported by the Ministry of Culture (Government of India) , U.P. Tourism , and CIOFF® India , the festival commemorated the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) . The four-day gathering brought together over a dozen performing groups from nine nations and multiple Indian st...
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  CULTURE CONNECTS COMMUNITIES, Webinar organized by Charu Castle Foundation ,Ghaziabad (India) in partnership with in partnership with United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) New Delhi   We should learn, adopt and gain knowledge about other countries to understand their culture in this globalized world - Maldives Education Minister Abdulla Rashid Ahmad said, in an international webinar   on culture named as "Culture Connect Communities" organized by Charu Castle Foundation(Ghaziabad) India, in partnership with United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) New Delhi & CIOFF(R) INDIA. He further added to understand the world, we have to know about its culture and every culture is superior to each other with its own characteristics, art, culture, language and ideas are close to each other. Knowing and understanding about more cultures bring closer to different cultures beyond boundaries.   Phili...
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For the next 30 days ) , One Day - One State From today , CIOFF® INDIA and Charu Castle Foundation starting an interesting series , to spread awareness about the various Art-Craft and Culture facts from Indian various states. Day 1 : Himachal Pradesh (India) (Pahari Painting, Kinnauri Shawls ,Chamba Rumal (Handerchief). CIOFF INDIA (Official Partner of UNESCO) CIOFF® is an Official Partner of UNESCO, accredited to the UNESCO ICH Committee. Created in 1970, the duty of CIOFF® is safeguarding, promotion and diffusion of traditional culture and folklore.working to develop and bring the best from Culture world to the Festivals all across the world. Visit us at :  www.cioffindia.in Charu Castle Foundation organised hundreds of Festivals and activities in the past focused only on  #Art &Culture. We are proud of our culture and we are committed to society to bring them the various activities and at various destinations all across the  #India . Visit us at :  www.charuca...
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CIOFF® INDIA and Charu Castle Foundation starting an interesting series , to spread awareness about the various Art-Craft and Culture facts from Indian various states. Day 2 : Uttar Pradesh (India) (Taj Mahal , Ashoka Pllar , Kumbh Mela , Ramayana , Kathak Dance, Banaras Saree, Chikankari ,Holi ) CIOFF INDIA (Official Partner of UNESCO) CIOFF® is an Official Partner of UNESCO, accredited to the UNESCO ICH Committee. Created in 1970, the duty of CIOFF® is safeguarding, promotion and diffusion of traditional culture and folklore.working to develop and bring the best from Culture world to the Festivals all across the world. Visit us at :  www.cioffindia.in Charu Castle Foundation organised hundreds of Festivals and activities in the past focused only on  #Art &Culture. We are proud of our culture and we are committed to society to bring them the various activities and at various destinations all across the  #India . Visit us at :  www.charucastlefoundation.in Join u...