With a decision that was highly appreciated but frankly took everyone by surprise, Berlin’s techno scene has been officially recognized as part of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list. A new intangible richness representing one of the six new additions to the German national list of intangible cultural heritage, joining traditions such as climbing in Saxony and Schwalm white embroidery. The decision, jointly made by the Conference of Ministers of Culture of the German states and the Commissioner of the Federal Government for Culture and Media, reflects a growing appreciation for…