The World'sHeritagePlays Here.
The sole global platform protecting, promoting, and elevating traditional sports as living cultural heritage, aligned with the United Nations and the 2030 Agenda.
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Pacu Jalur
Traditional longboat racing in Riau Province, Indonesia. Boats carved from a single tree trunk stretch up to 30 meters and are rowed by 50–60 paddlers in perfect synchrony. The jalur is considered a l…
Aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda.
Each traditional sport connects to at least one of the 17 UN SDGs. ICTSG's programs directly serve the global development agenda - from health and education to peace, culture, and ocean conservation.
1999 – 2030 Roadmap
What World Leaders Say.
Traditional sports and games are vectors of identity, social cohesion and intercultural dialogue. UNESCO salutes ICTSG's relentless work to integrate them into cultural heritage protection frameworks.
Sport is a universal language. Traditional sports and games carry centuries of culture within them - ICTSG's work to safeguard them is of the highest importance to world peace and understanding.
Traditional sports and games are an integral part of our cultural heritage. Pakistan proudly supports ICTSG's mission to preserve these timeless traditions for future generations of the world.
Watch the World Play Its Heritage.
From the streets of Dakar to the rivers of Indonesia - traditional sports are alive, vibrant, and spreading. Watch ICTSG's documentary highlights, event coverage, and sport profiles.
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