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Jongmyo jerye 종묘제례

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Jongmyo jerye (Korean: 종묘제례) or jongmyo daeje (종묘대제) is a traditional rite held for worshipping the deceased Joseon monarchs in Jongmyo Shrine, Seoul, South Korea. It is held every year on the first Sunday of May. The jongmyo rite is usually accompanied with the court music playing (Jerye-ak) and dance called Ilmu or line dance. Jongmyo jerye and jeryeak were designated as Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2001.

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Jongmyo jerye (종묘제례) — verified Korean cultural heritage / traditional art.

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• Location: Jongmyo Shrine, Seoul, South Korea
• Frequency: every year on the first Sunday of May
• Purpose: worshipping the deceased Joseon monarchs
• UNESCO Status: Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity
• UNESCO Year: 2001
• Entity: 종묘제례
• Type: 제사
• Status: 국가무형유산
• UNESCO_Designation: 2001년 5월 18일

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