Capoeira is a martial art that originated from Brazil. Slaves of African descent were the ones who have created the martial art. The UNESCO has added Capoeira to its list of cultural manifestations known as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity last November 26.
The new status of the Brazilian martial art was announced during UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage that took place in Paris. The martial art is played in more than a hundred countries across the globe. It is a vital exponent of Brazilian culture and they share it to people all over the world.
