despite its mixed origins and geographical spread, experts like fouad believe that zellij is a vital part of his country s history and culture. authorities here have long wanted to formalise zellij s moroccan connection. it s not uncommon for countries to do this by gaining un recognised intangible cultural heritage status. for example, the french recently achieved this with the humble baguette, as have jamaica with reggae music.
experts like fouad believe that zellij is a vital part of his country s history and culture. authorities here have long wanted to formalise zellij s moroccan connection. it s not uncommon for countries to do this by gaining un recognised intangible cultural heritage status. for example, the french recently achieved this with the humble baguette, as have jamaica with reggae music. but in the case of zellij, morocco went a stage further and insisted on having it patented.
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