VerifiedBBR-2008-0014
Baul songs recognised as intangible world heritage
The mystical song tradition of Lalon and his successors, inscribed by UNESCO in 2008.
Record holderThe Baul community of Bengal
Date achieved4 November 2008
Official statement
Baul music blends Sufi, Vaishnav and tantric strands into a devotional folk form carried by wandering singers. Its spiritual centre is the shrine of Lalon Shah at Kushtia, where thousands gather each year.
Criteria met
- 01Oral transmission of repertoire
- 02Continuous living practice
Evidence on file
- Exhibit AEktara at the Lalon shrine
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