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December 6, 2023
Genesis unveils X Gran Berlinetta Vision Gran Turismo in Barcelona, Spain.
— X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept perfectly embodies Genesis’ characteristic Athletic Elegance design philosophy.
Photos: Genesis X Gran Berlinetta. Images provided by & copyright © Genesis.
BARCELONA, Spain, December 2, 2023 — Genesis unveiled the X Gran Berlinetta Vision Gran Turismo Concept at the Gran Turismo World Series World Finals in Barcelona, Spain. The concept car was created as part of Polyphony Digital’s Vision Gran Turismo series and will be available to race in the game starting January 2024.
The 2024 X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept embodies the most emotional expression of the Genesis brand’s characteristic Athletic Elegance design philosophy. The Concept was born from a design study demonstrating Genesis’ passion and intent for the Vision Gran Turismo series.
The Genesis X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept’s design language is pure and muscular, with volumes centered around the wheels. The package design maximizes the dash-to-axle ratio while moving the driver and powertrain rearward for a lean mid-engine layout.
“Our goal was to create a timeless design rooted in the essence of motorsport,” says John Krsteski, Genesis’s Senior Chief Designer. “We have a diverse global design team of car and racing enthusiasts. The designers relished the opportunity to create a race car that featured Genesis design elements and technical performance attributes. It has become a catalyst of inspiration for our other programs.”
High performance was the goal for Genesis designers, who worked to achieve impressive aerodynamic fluidity. The design of the X Gran Berlinetta VGT Concept is a perfect embodiment of Genesis’ characteristic Athletic Elegance design philosophy.
Source: Genesis
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UNESCO declares 'Garba of Gujarat' as an Intangible Cultural Heritage
New Delhi, December 06, 2023 — UNESCO today declared the “Garba of Gujarat” an intangible cultural heritage. This designation recognizes the role of Garba as a unifying force that fosters social and gender inclusivity. Garba is a dance form deeply rooted in ritualistic and devotional traditions and involves people from all walks of life.
The Evaluation Body of the 2003 Convention recognized India’s outstanding supporting material for the dossier. It acknowledged the importance of an element that champions unity in diversity and cultivates social equality among varied communities. This acknowledgment of UNESCO inscribing an intangible cultural heritage element from Gujarat, Garba, will significantly elevate its global visibility and authentic essence.
The Government of Gujarat is organizing several curated ‘Garba’ events across districts in Gujarat to celebrate this achievement. This listing mechanism aims to enhance the visibility of intangible cultural heritage, fostering awareness of its significance and promoting dialogue that respects cultural diversity.
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, expressed happiness on the inscription of the Garba of Gujarat on the Intangible Heritage List of UNESCO. He said, “Garba is a celebration of life, unity, and our deep-rooted traditions. Its inscription on the Intangible Heritage List showcases to the world the beauty of Indian culture. This honor inspires us to preserve and promote our heritage for future generations. Congrats on this global acknowledgment.”
Alongside India, this year’s Intergovernmental Committee (IGC) comprised of Angola, Bangladesh, Botswana, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Czechia, Ethiopia, Germany, Malaysia, Mauritania, Morocco, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Republic of Korea, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Uzbekistan and Vietnam.
Source: Ministry of Culture, Government of India
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