Vienna Sausage Stand Gets UNESCO Recognition — VOA Learning English
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A popular kind of sausage stand in Vienna, Austria has been recognized by the United Nations for its cultural value.
The street stands – called “Würstelstands” in German – are a famous part of the Austrian capital’s history. In addition to selling food, they are known for being a place where many different kinds of people can come together to eat and spend social time.
UNESCO is the United Nations’ Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It seeks to recognize and help save cultural treasures and traditions around the world.
Vienna’s Würstelstands were recently added to a list of the country’s “intangible cultural heritage.” The Austrian UNESCO Commission oversees the list.
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