Nijemo kolo
| Genre | Folk dance |
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| Origin | Dalmatian Hinterland, Croatia |
| Nijemo Kolo, silent circle dance of the Dalmatian hinterland | |
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| Country | Croatia |
| Reference | 00359 |
| Region | Europe and North America |
| Inscription history | |
| Inscription | 2011 (6th session) |
| List | Representative |
Nijemo kolo (pronounced [nijêːmo kôlo]) is a silent dance originating from the Dalmatian hinterland in southern Croatia. In 2011 it was inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists.[1]
Description
Nijemo kolo is performed by a group forming a closed circle with the men leading their female partners in quick steps, which are often vigorous and daunting.[2] The most noticeable aspect of the dance is that it performed entirely without music.
Today, Nijemo kolo continues to be performed by local village groups and can be seen in festivals, competitions, fairs, church celebrations, and weddings.[2]
See also
References
- ^ "Nijemo Kolo, silent circle dance of the Dalmatian hinterland". UNESCO. Retrieved 2011-11-29.
- ^ a b "Nijemo Kolo, silent circle dance of the Dalmatian hinterland". Republika Hrvatska ministarstvo kulture i medija.
External links
- Nijemo Kolo, silent circle dance of the Dalmatian hinterland on YouTube (UNESCO video)