Smoke sauna tradition in Võromaa

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UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - 2014
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Description: The smoke sauna tradition is an important part of everyday life in the Võro community of Estonia. It comprises a set of traditions including the actual bathing customs, the skills of making bath whisks, building and repairing saunas, and smoking meat in the sauna. Practised usually on Saturdays but also before major festivals or family events, it is primarily a family custom whose main function is to relax the body and mind. Families take turns hosting each other.
Country(ies): Estonia
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