2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

Ministry of tourism of the Republic of Bulgaria

Priority: 
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

Luleburgaz District National Education

Priority: 
1.1. Preventing and mitigating the consequences of natural and man-made disasters in the cross-border area
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

ASSOCIATION "PROMOTION OF EMPLOYMENT"

Priority: 
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives
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Project summary:

The main goal of the project is to create a common sustainable environment in the cross-border region Edirne-Burgas for permanent inclusion of young people in the development of tourism. The specific objectives are to encourage students and young people to participate in joint tourism activities, to create an informed environment for the cultural, historical and natural wealth of the region and to use them as tourism resources, to cooperate with local resources by creating a youth network for sustainable tourism.
The project activities include: holding a Cross-Border Forum in Edirne; training in Burgas; two motivational campaigns "Tourism and Friends" in Edirne and in Burgas; establishment of a Youth Cross-Border Virtual Tourist Club; conducting a traveling photo exhibition "Unique tourist resources of the cross-border region Edirne - Burgas" in Edirne and in Burgas; holding a Youth Forum in Burgas and a Youth Tourism Festival in Edirne.
As a result of the project implementation, a common environment will be created and young people will be involved in joint activities for the development of sustainable tourism in the cross-border region Edirne-Burgas. An innovative model of advertising the cultural-historical and natural resources and their transformation into resources for sustainable tourism development will be introduced. An informed environment will be created among the locals of Edirne and Burgas and potential tourists for the common tourist resources of the cross-border region. The capacity of representatives of the target groups for the development of sustainable tourism in the cross-border region will be increased. An active Youth Network for Open Tourism Development will be established.

Partners

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Project summary:

The overall project objective is to promote the cross-border cultural, historical and natural heritage in the regions of Ivaylovgrad (Bulgaria) and Camlica (Turkey), encourage the sustainable development of the cultural tourism in the two regions and make them an attractive tourist destination.

The project envisages a research on the tourist resources of Camlica and Ivaylovgrad regions. As a result of the research a general list of the tourist sites in the two regions will be prepared and will be discussed during the two-days  forum in Ivaylovgrad. During the project implementation a six-days route “The Path of the Artist” will be held in the areas of Ivaylovgrad and Camlica with participation of photographers from Bulgaria and Turkey. Artists from Bulgaria and Turkey will participate in the second part of the route “The Path of the Artist” which will be organized in Camlica. The photographers and artists will have an opportunity to take pictures and to create paintings of the visited tourist sites. Art nights and travelling exhibition for presenting the artists and their works will be organized. Within the project implementation a culture festival “The Path of the Artist” will be held in order to establish a sustainable partnership between tour operators, tourists and institutions in the region.

The project implementation will contribute to sustainable tourism development and promotion of areas of Ivaylovgrad and Camlica as an attractive tourist destination among a large array of stakeholders from Bulgaria and Turkey.

Project status: Finished

The project partners have implemented the activities according to the schedule.

The project "Path of the Artist" presents in a non-traditional way the cultural, historical and natural heritage in the regions of Ivaylovgrad (Bulgaria) and Camlica (Turkey). The lenses of the photographers have gathered in the focus of attention the sights of the two regions and exposed the unexpected beauty of the authentic experience. Famous artists from both countries interpreted in their paintings familiar places and strangers, popular attractions and unknown legends.

The traveling exhibition "The Path of the Artist" in the Gallery on Wheels led through emotional bridges from the Bulgarian and Turkish sides. The wonderful artist works, which are gathered in the "Gallery on Wheels" made one Balkan trip - from the village of Camlica, trough Istanbul, Edirne, Sofia and Haskovo to Ivaylovgrad to tell about the lovely nooks of these lesser known regions of Bulgaria and Turkey and to inspire new travelers.

The virtual route “Path of the Artist” outlined by artist and photographers is not a standard tourist guide, but a story made up of the wonderful moments and places recreated by the artists.

The festivals of culture and art, which were held in Ivaylovgrad and Camlica attracted new visitors to these little known and wonderful areas, but they also created new friendships and emotions…because the border is just a connecting line.

Materials from the project:

Poster from Festival "The Path of the artist" is available HERE.

Brochure with information about the project is available HERE.

Flyer from the Festival "The Path of the Artist" is available HERE.

Project products:

Catalogue with pictures and photos is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Atanas Andasarov - The Time inside me - is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Georgi Lipovasnki (Jojo) - The Music of the Sea - is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Nadezhda Kuteva - The Song of the Colors - is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Tseko Nenov - The Traician's spirit - is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Nazmi Metin - is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Gokhan Guneri - is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Gülçin Deniz ÇİLİNGİR - is available HERE.

Artist presentation - Şule KÜÇÜKOĞLU - is available HERE.

Presentation "The Project" (Bulgarian version), Kremena Kyoseva is available HERE.

Presentation "The Tourism in Bulgaria and Turkey" (Bulgarian version), Kremena Tsvetkova, 10 November 2017, is available HERE.

Presentation "The Path of the Cultural Tourism" (Bulgarian version), Assoc. Prof. Sonya Aleksieva, 10 November 2017, is available HERE.

Presentation "Alternative tourism" (Turkish version), Assoc.prof.dr. Emel Gunenc Guleri, 10 November 2017, is available HERE. 

Presentation "The Tourism Potential in Camlica" (Turkish version), Dr. Bahadir Sezer, 10 November 2017, is available HERE.

 

Partners

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Project summary:

The project aims at the development of a regional tourist brand by which the tourist resources, local products and tourist services will be kept and promoted, the specific regional tourist resources will be displayed and promoted and the quality of products and services offered will be guaranteed by means of uniform standards.
The main project activities are organized of Round tables for the presentation of the regional tourist brand in Keshan and in Haskovo, an information campaign to promote the regional tourist brand - 20 one-day information seminars will be held in Bulgaria and Turkey and pilot certification of 40 objects - 20 objects in Turkey and 20 objects in Bulgaria. The official ceremony of the regional tourist brand - handover of certificates in Keshan will be held.
As a result of the implementation of the project, a regional tourist brand will be created. The application of a voluntary certification will facilitate the improvement of the quality of the tourist products and services offered in the regions, will promote the regions and will lead to the sustainable development of tourism using the natural, historical and cultural heritage of the regions.

Project status: Completed

The regional tourist brand for sustainable tourism "Sunflower" developed within the project aims to promote tourist resources, local products and tourist services in Haskovo district in Bulgaria and the area of Keshan, Enez and Ipsala in Turkey. The regional tourist brand "Sunflower" is a sign that certified tourist sites, producers and craftsmen preserve and promote the local specifics and traditions and apply the principles of a responsible attitude to the environment.

The characteristic landscape, traditions, culinary culture, way of life and communication are the main components of the tourist offer, which shape the specifics of the region and have the potential to increase the tourist interest in the destination. Discovered through direct and full contact with local people, culture, traditions, nature and hospitality, revealed in the comfort and authenticity of the elements subject to voluntary certification with the regional tourist brand "Sunflower", form the uniqueness of the experience - a major incentive for tourist travel. The brand "Sunflower" is in line with the modern requirements for sustainable development and prosperity of the local communities and to ensure the safety and security of visitors.

During the project, over 40 objects from Bulgaria and Turkey in different categories - accommodation, restaurants, shops, tourist attractions and tourist services are certified with the regional tourist brand "Sunflower". The regional tourist brand creates a kind of network of tourist objects, products and services on both sides of the border, which can offer visitors with different interests an authentic experience.

A guidebook with included tourist sites certified with the regional brand "Sunflower" can be found HERE.

More information about the vision and goals of the development of the tourist brand "Sunflower" can be found HERE.

Partners

Hamalogika Community Centre

Priority: 
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

Edirne Nature Sports Club Association

Priority: 
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

Dr.Sadık Ahmet Vocational and Techinacal Anatolian High Scholl (Tourism )

Priority: 
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

National association "Bulgarian Black Sea"

Priority: 
1.2. Improving the capacity for nature protection, sustainable use and management of common natural resources through cooperation initiatives in the cross-border area
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure
2.2. Increasing the cross-border tourism potential by developing common destinations
2.3. Increasing networking for development of sustainable tourism through cross-border cooperation initiatives

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