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What is Heritage? Make a list of tangible and intangible heritages of the UAE that you think are important and why. Do you think these things should be preserved? Why?

How does falconry facilitate the transmission of intangible heritage? Discuss the skills or connections that were passed down through falconry. What are the differences or similarities between the types of intangible heritage passed down through falconry and majlis? Support your answer with examples from the passages?

How did the natural environment of the UAE influence the materials that houses were made from? In what other ways did the environment influence traditional architecture?

Why do you think Sheikh Mohammed said this? How is Dubai Creek significant in UAE heritage?

How does a UNESCO recognition help protect heritage sites?

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Answer: Cultural heritage is the heritage of tangible and intangible heritage assets of a group or society that is inherited from past generations. Not all heritages of past generations are "heritage"; rather, heritage is a product of selection by society.

Tangible & Intangible Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Al Ain Oasis.

Hili Archaeological Park.

Jebel Hafeet Tombs.

Bida bint Saud.

Ghagha Island

The UAE's rich history is rooted in trade and tied to Islam, which came to the region in AD 630. Its location between Europe and the Far East attracted merchants from India and China and was prized by Europeans, in particular the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British.

Elements of culture must be shown to be transmitted from generation to generation and recreated by communities and groups in response to their environment. Falconry requires patience and co-operation between the falconer and his bird.  By treating his bird gently and with empathy, the falconer gains its trust and obedience. Tangible Cultural Heritage' refers to physical artefacts produced, maintained and transmitted intergenerationally in a society. Majlis are ‘sitting places’ where community members gather to discuss local events and issues, exchange news, receive guests, socialize and be entertained. The Majlis is where the community gathers to resolve problems, pay condolences and hold wedding receptions. It is typically a large space with carpets on the floor and cushions against the wall. There is usually a stove or fire to prepare coffee and other hot beverages Examples of intangible heritage are oral traditions, performing arts, local knowledge, and traditional skills. Most structures were made of materials drawn from the surrounding environment. The traditional materials of construction in the UAE were coral, mud brick, dry stone, wood and thatch. Coral obtained from the coastal reefs was the prime building material on the coast. the Creek is a symbol of Dubai's identity and strength, its dhows floating by as if on a page in a history book

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