2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure

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The overall project objective is to improve and strengthen cross-border cooperation between Yambol (Bulgaria) and Edirne (Turkey) in the field of sustainable tourism development by increasing the attractiveness of both cities for tourists.

Project activities envisage a reconstruction and architectural design of the City park bridge in Yambol and its adjacent space.  Five wooden pavilions for conducting the joint events and activities with cross-border effect will be purchased and placed near the bridge. Within the project an old architectural building in Edirne will be restored and established to function as a tourist information center. In order to promote the tourist attractiveness of Province of Edirne two informational events "Traditions of Edirne-see and feel" and "Tourist sites in Edirne region" will be held in Yambol. The project envisages conduction of the reciprocal/mirrored events in Edirne for presenting the potential of Yambol region as a tourist destination. A two-days photo exhibition "Tourist sites in Yambol region" will be organized in the restored tourist information center in Edirne. Within the event "Traditions of Yambol-see and feel" an interactive representation of the traditional custom of Yambol with musical accompaniment will be organized.

The project will contribute to increasing the tourist attractiveness of Yambol and Edirne Municipalities through better utilization of natural and cultural heritage and related infrastructure. The reconstruction of the two sites will make both places more desirable and pleasant for potential touristic visits and will provide new opportunities for organizing of joint activities.

Project status: Finished

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

The reconstruction and architectural design of the city park bridge in Yambol and its adjacent space, renovation of a historic building in the central part of Edirne for the establishment of a Tourist Information Center there, and common activities representing the tourist potential of Yambol and Edirne districts on the territory of both municipalities were implemented under the project. Four joint events took place in Yambol and Edirne, related to presentation, sharing and celebrating together local customs, photo exhibitions and presenting the tourism potential of the two twinned municipalities. The events enabled the residents of the neighboring municipalities to experience two of the most magnificent traditional customs on both sides – Kukers’ day and Hidrellez and to feel the spirit of the holidays. The numerous tourist sites in both cities were also presented.

In Yambol, the main pedestrian bridge was renovated to the City Park and it acquired a completely new vision. The new appearance of the bridge fulfilled the idea of a smooth transition between the urban and the park environment and during its renovation elements and materials such as those from the modernized center of Yambol were used. The bridge and the space around it became an attractive place for the citizens of Yambol and the tourists.

The historic building in Edirne, which was declared a model of civil architecture, 2nd category by the Ministry of Culture, was completely restored in its original form from the exterior façade, while at the same time the interior conforming to modern standards. The renovated building is intended for a Tourist Information Center, which will work for the sustainable development of tourism.

The implementation of the project activities improved the utilization of the natural and cultural heritage in the municipalities of Yambol and Edirne and closer collaboration was carried out between the citizens of Yambol and Edirne to preserve and share the traditions and tourist attractions in the two regions. As a result the main goal of the project was achieved: increasing the tourist attractiveness of Yambol and Edirne and improving and strengthening the cross-border cooperation between the two twin cities.

Project materials:

Project promotional materials are available HERE.

The project leaflet is available HERE.

The project flyer is available HERE.

Project products:

The project brochure is available HERE.

The magnet book eleborated under the project is available HERE.

Partners

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Prоject overall objective is to increase the tourist attractiveness of Buyukkiristiran and Topolovgrad cross-border area through better utilization of cultural heritage and related infrastructure and infrastructure related to culture tourism.
The main project activities are overhaul of the building of Community Centre “Sv. Sv. Kiril i Metodiy - 1894” - Topolovgrad” where are organized national and international events of the cultural calendar of Topolovgrad and repair and equipment of multi-purpose hall in Culture and Art Center and scene for events in Buyukkiristiran. Additional activities are project management, information and publicity, supervision of the construction works and official openings of the sites of intervention.
The project implementation will improve the infrastructure related to culture tourism in Buyukkiristiran and Topolovgrad cross-border area, the cultural heritage of the cross-border region of both neighbouring countries will be popularized, the touristic attractiveness of the area will be increased, sustainable tourism which will ensure good business climate, employment, less poverty, less migration and depopulation will be developed.

Project status: Finished

Results from the implemented activities are the two reconstructed / restored cultural and historical touristic sites in the cross-border area of the two countries. The existing building of Community Centre “Sv. Sv. Kiril i Metodiy 1894” – Topolovgrad was generally restored and in Culture and Art Center in Buyukkaristiran has been done repair and equipment for its multifunctional hall has been delivered.

Both investments allow partners to be able to present their intangible cultural heritage in a more attractive way which is of great advantage for the cross-border area and its cultural heritage.

Website of the project: http://bgtr-culture-centers.com/

Partners

Association "Business for Harmanli"

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

Capital foundation

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

Center for Jewish-Bulgarian cooperation "Alef"

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

NİLÜFER HATUN ANAOKULU (KİNDERGARTEN)

Priority: 
2.1. Increasing the touristic attractiveness of the cross-border area through better utilisation of natural, cultural and historical heritage and related infrastructure

TOURIST CENTER - ELHOVO

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

Union Of Providing Services To The Villages Luleburgaz/Kırklareli

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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The overall goal of the project is to strengthen cross-border cooperation between Tsarevo Municipality and Kirklareli Special Administration in the field of sustainable tourism development in Tsarevo and Kirklareli from the point of view of cultural and natural tourism through sports and diversification of tourist activities. new surviving park with bicycle lanes in Muselim (Kirklareli) and construction of a new bicycle lane between Tsarevo and Arapya.
The project activities include construction works in Kirklareli and Tsarevo - for the construction of a new surviving park and two bicycle lanes. The project will organize an open-air event in Kirklareli and a final meeting in Tsarevo.
As a result of the project implementation, it is expected to improve the socio-economic situation of the two municipalities - increase revenues from tourism and investment and create employment opportunities - by extending the tourist season, increasing the number of tourists visiting the region and increasing the time of their stay.

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The project aims to provide support for the establish as undisputed tourist destination cities - Edirne in Turkey and Nessebar in Bulgaria  - through the use of innovative methods and technologies for presentation to visitors and thus ensuring the sustainability of the existing tourism potential.

Technologically new multimedia devices for visualization that will contribute to more effective cross-border cultural and tourist exchanges will be delivered and installed within the project. In the town of Edirne, Turkey a system of eight outdoor and 8 indoor kiosk providing information to visitors will be installed at cultural and tourist landmarks of the city. Compatible with the system of kiosk smart application for deternining location and exchange of information for the needs of the tourists will elaborated. In the town of Nessebar, Bulgaria the installation of a "3D mapping" projection system exposing image, sound and light on the fortress walls of the old town will be intstalled. Another project activity is creating an advertising video of the historical, cultural and natural resources of Edirne and Nessebar, which will be distributed through the system of kiosks and  the smart application in Edirne and by broadcasting throuh the "3D mapping" system at the entrance of the old town of Nesebar. The project includes a joint presentation of the two cities as sites of the List of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage of UNESCO. For this purposethe conduction of a large-scale forum in Edirne on the relationship between history and tourism and the responsibility for protecting cultural heritage is planned. Two tourist festivals with  demonstrations of authentic folk performances, traditional cuisine and photoexhibitions of the tourist attractions will be held in Edirne and Nessebar.

The project implementation will contribute to improving the access to the historic and natural sites through the use of modern methods and devices, and increasing the tourist attractiveness of thecross border region with emphasis on the importance of preserving the cultural heritage.

Project status: Finished

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

Considering the historical, cultural and touristic values, tourism is one of the most important value adding concepts in our region. Edirne and Nesebar are two cities created this brand value with their tangible and intangible assets and their geographic position. One of our priorities is to keep up with the technological innovations, and use them to increase the tourist visits to our cities due to protect and improve the importance of our cities in tourism concern. We can consider most important touristic visit reasons are getting to know our historical and cultural assets, shopping and enjoying good time here. Because of these reasons, we would like to increase awareness on this issue by hosting a UNESCO Conference in Edirne. Prof Dr. Nevzat İlhan from Turkey and Prof Dr. Mariela Modeva from Bulgaria participated in this conference as speakers. We completed this highly participated conference from 50 attendants from Nesebar Municipality and students from Trakya University. Attendants were informed with the experience of Edirne and Nesebar’s, two cities in UNESCO World Heritage List, in this process. To increase the awareness and participation of local citizens, we hosted 2 Tourism Festivals, one in Edirne and one in Nesebar. These festivals contributed the promotion both of the cities. Prepared promotion materials were distributed to the people of both cities. Hotels in Edirne are one of the locomotives of the tourism. One of the most important needs of these hotels, hosting high amount of tourist whole year, are city map and guidance albums. With this purpose, we printed “Edirne City Map and Photobooks” to distribute these hotels. In the photobook, there are beautiful photographs of cities of Edirne and Nesebar. 8 indoor and 8 outdoor informative KİOSKs are placed in the city center to help tourists to reach necessary information easier and learn more about the cultural and artistic events of the city. Accordingly, we created a website “www.edirnevisit.com” . Also, we put IOS and Android phone applications into service. KIOSK, web-site and phone applications are available in Turkish, Bulgarian and English languages. In Nesebar, a 3D projection device was purchased to be used in city walls. With this device, prepared animation films will be reflected on city walls to present a visual show to the tourists. Being a popular touristic destination for a long time with an increasing momentum, the city of Nesebar is prioritising contribution to the cultural heritage by acquiring innovations and using latest technological advancements.

Our project reached its goals with its investments and activities. By putting new Technologies to the service of the local people, it contributed the sustainable improvement of the historical, cultural and touristic resources of the cross border area.

Project website:

www.edirnevisit.com

Project materials:

Project materials are available HERE.

Project products:

Edirne City Map is available HERE.

Booklet "Edirne and Nessebar Photo Book" is available HERE.

The mobile application "Edirne Visit" in GooglePlay  could be downloaded from the following address: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tr.bel.edirne.edirnebelediyesi&hl=bg and for IOS in App Store could be installed from the following address https://apps.apple.com/us/app/edirne-visit/id1455879654.

The video clip is available at the following links on the Youtube channel of the Municipality of Nessebar - BG subtitles: www.youtube.com/watch?v=lStWB6sHDXY and  TR subtitles: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8qcIq2Kcu8 and on the YouTube channel of the Programme: www.youtube.com/watch?v=L52WXtwqHVc and https://youtu.be/ORYGsn5aMFo.

Presentation from the UNESCO Conference “Interaction between Historical & Cultural Heritage and Tourism” held in Edirne on 28 November 2017, author Prof Dr Nevzat İlhan is available HERE.

Presentation from the UNESCO Conference “Interaction between Historical & Cultural Heritage and Tourism” held in Edirne on 28 November 2017, author M.Modeva is available HERE.

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