Sauna culture in Finland

UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity 2020 URL: Description: Sauna culture is an integral part of the lives of the majority of the Finnish population. Traditionally the sauna has been considered a sacred space a church of nature. It is a place not only to wash ones body, but also cleanse the mind and embrace a sense of inner peace. There are a variety of forms and approaches in sauna culture, with none taking precedence over another. Traditions are transmitted through families and can be practised in private homes or public places. Country(ies): Finland Annamaria Peltokangas, 2019 Duration: 00:09:45 Support: Electronic transmission (0159600005)