10th Anniversary of Chapei Dang Veng’s UNESCO Inscription
Cambodia marks ten years since Chapei Dang Veng, the tradition of sung storytelling accompanied by a long-necked lute, entered UNESCO’s Urgent Safeguarding List.
The event
What to expect
30 November 2026 marks the tenth anniversary of Chapei Dang Veng’s inscription on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding. The Cambodian tradition combines singing with the chapei, a distinctive long-necked lute.
Performers use poetry, folk tales, Buddhist stories, satire and social commentary to entertain audiences while transmitting knowledge and cultural values. This listing records the verified heritage anniversary; no separate national public programme has been announced for 2026.
Organizer & venue
Hosted by Nationwide cultural commemoration
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Nationwide cultural commemoration hosts a range of events celebrating the culture and community of Cambodia.
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