(ANSA) - Rome, December 11 - Transhumance, the traditional
farming practice of seasonal migration of livestock along
storied tracks towards better climate conditions, was
unanimously inserted Wednesday into UNESCO's list of of
immaterial cultural heritage.
The application was filed by Italy, Austria and Greece.
With this new inclusion, Italy has overtaken Turkey and
Belgium into top spot for rural and agri-food insertions.
Some of the talismanic places include Trentino, Amatrice,
Irpinia, and Puglia.
Transhumance wins UNESCO status
Candidacy proposed by Italy, Austria and Greece