Yor, a traditional wooden boat from Martinique, will be exhibited at the United Nations Marine Conference, held at Nice from June 9th to 13th, 2025. As the UNESCO site on Intelbull’s cultural heritage explains, “Created centuries ago, Martinikyour reflects the importance of traditional boats in the history of the region.
Noemy Duturtle (Franceinfo/Martinique La1ère) Report on the presence of Yor and raises senses in the Bay of Nice, along with the participation of Angelic Angarni Filopon and Miss France 2025 as part of the crew led by Christophe Dede. [Watch 2-minute video at Franceinfo/Martinique la 1ère.]
Dutertre writes: “Far from clear waters in the Caribbean, Yohl is charging through the Mediterranean. Martinikuyor skipper Christophe Dede is proud to showcase this unique ship on a unique ship that took place from June 9th to 2013 to 2013.”
Skipper Dede said, “It is a historic moment that brings Yohl to this event. She continues to sail around the world, showing who she is, and through her she represents everything that strengthens her Martinique, her legacy and Antilles.” [. . .]
Dédé explained again. [. . .]: The first is to show the world the boats listed on UNESCO, but more than anything, they also participate in conferences. We are surrounded by the sea. It’s a great opportunity to interact with scientists, interact with elected officials, share problems, and find solutions together. ”
Excerpts translated by Ivette Romero. Visit in French for articles and videos https://la1ere.franceinfo.fr/martinique/video-nation-nations-nations-unies-sur-l-ocean-a-nice-ambassadrice-de-martinique-1554019.html47
Also please refer to https://ich.unesco.org/en/bsp/the-martinique-yole-from-construction-construction-sailing-practics-a-model-for-heritage-safeguarding coordination
