Hurling could join tango on UN list of cultural treasures

Hurling, uilleann pipes and a collection of Irish folklore could be in line for special international recognition of their heritage value.

Following Ireland’s formal ratification of the UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, the way has been cleared for formal applications to have them added to a growing list of global customs and practices.

Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Minister Heather Humphreys said keen interest has been expressed in seeking this recognition by the GAA, Na Píobairí Uilleann and by University College Dublin’s Folklore Collection.