# Venezuela cultural heritage preservation efforts

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/venezuela-cultural-heritage-preservation-efforts
> Updated: 2026-09-23T18:49:36.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Venezuela is pursuing a strategic agenda through UNESCO to preserve its cultural heritage and enhance scientific and technological cooperation. The nation is focused on safeguarding both tangible and intangible assets.

Regarding intangible heritage, Venezuela has 11 expressions currently inscribed on UNESCO lists, such as the Diablos Danzantes del Corpus Christi and Joropo. New nominations, including the Arepa and Hallaca, are under evaluation. Efforts for tangible heritage involve the conservation of the Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas, Canaima National Park, and the city of Coro. Additionally, the UNESCO Cultural Heritage Emergency Fund has been activated to assess damage to cultural and educational infrastructure following seismic events in June.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-23: Venezuela advances cultural heritage and scientific agenda at UNESCO

Venezuela is strengthening its UNESCO agenda to protect cultural heritage, promote creative industries, and advance scientific cooperation, including new nominations for the Arepa and Hallaca.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/venezuela-advances-cultural-heritage-and-scientific-agenda-at-unesco

### 2026-09-20: Cultural heritage in Venezuela and urban issues in Panama

Reports highlight cultural heritage recognition in Venezuela's Juan Antonio Sotillo municipality and urban challenges regarding homelessness and infrastructure in Colón, Panama.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-heritage-in-venezuela-and-urban-issues-in-panama

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