According to the Heritage Aria reporter, Hossein Izadi said on Tuesday, June 3, 2026 (12 Khordad 1405), referring to the identification of over 20 intangible heritage items in Shaneh Tarash village with the potential for registration on the national heritage list: “Five intangible heritage items at risk of being forgotten in this village are being nationally registered.”
The Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts of Mazandaran added: These nine intangible heritage items include subjects such as traditional arts, rituals, local foods, and livestock farming culture.
Emphasizing the importance of preserving and safeguarding the intangible heritage of the province’s historical villages, he stated: Shaneh Tarash village, as one of the important cultural and historical centers of Tonekabon County, possesses valuable capacities in the field of intangible heritage, some of which are at risk of being forgotten.
Izadi continued: The registration files for these heritage items have been prepared after documentation, field research, and collection of local information, to be submitted to the National Intangible Heritage Registration Council.
The Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts of Mazandaran noted: The national registration of these heritage items, in addition to protecting local knowledge and traditions, provides the basis for better introduction of Shaneh Tarash village’s cultural capacities and the development of cultural tourism in the region.
Referring to the participation of villagers in the process of identifying and registering these heritage items, he said: Preserving intangible heritage is not possible without the cooperation of local communities, and we strive to transfer this valuable heritage to future generations by gaining people’s participation.
Izadi also stated, considering that Shaneh Tarash village is in the process of preparation for international competitions: The registration and revival of the intangible heritage of this village will play an important role in introducing the cultural and historical identity of the region at both the national and global levels.
The Director General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts of Mazandaran added: Documenting local knowledge, local rituals, and traditional skills, in addition to preserving the cultural authenticity of the village, can pave the way for sustainable tourism development and increased participation of the local community in cultural and economic programs.
