eelisseisu
Eelisseisu is a traditional maritime practice centered on the catching, preparation, and preservation of eels, commonly described in coastal communities and ethnographic accounts. The term is believed to derive from a combination of local words for eel and assembly, reflecting the practice’s communal character.
Eelisseisu combines seasonal fishing with a series of ritual acts intended to honor water spirits and to
History of eelisseisu is uncertain in its specifics, with oral histories pointing to medieval trade routes
Practice and governance of eelisseisu involve local practice groups that organize annual gatherings, with elder fisherfolk
Current status and significance: in many places eelisseisu is preserved as cultural heritage, featured in museums,
See also: Traditional fishing, Cultural heritage, Sustainability in fishing.