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Origin: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Description:Rickshaw and rickshaw painting in Dhaka has been recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco). The rickshaw is a small, three-wheeled passenger vehicle that is pulled by one person. It is a recognized feature of Dhaka and Bangladesh as a whole. Traditionally made by hand by a small group of craftsmen, almost every part of a rickshaw is painted with colourful floral patterns, natural imagery, birds and animals, creative depictions of historical events, fables, national heroes, movie stars and text. Rickshaws are also decorated extensively with tassels, plastic flowers and tinsel, said a statement of Unesco. Originally done on Richshaw, these art style are now adopted by artists to create beautiful canvas and home decor items.