Pilsen, European Capital of Culture 2015

Pilsen, European Capital of Culture 2015

1. Context

Pilsen is the 4th largest city in Czech Republic. It is located in western Bohemia. The city was founded on the confluence of 4 rivers in 1295. Its population is 165,000 inhabitants.

Batik culture based sustainable development of creative economy

Batik culture based sustainable development of creative economy

1. Context

The location of Pekalongan City is strategic, being located on the national north coast highway (Pantura) of the island of Java, connecting the cities of Jakarta (384 km to the west), Semarang and Surabaya (488 km to the east).

Strategy for the intration of arts and culture into acadian society

Strategy for the intration of arts and culture into acadian society

1. Context

The Acadians are one of the founding peoples of Canada, with a tumultuous history marked by massive deportation from 1755 to 1763. They were dispersed throughout New England, Louisiana, France, Quebec, the Caribbean, and around the world.

Namur: the "NA!" project: assessing classical music

Namur: the "NA!" project: assessing classical music

1. Background

The NA! project was developed in the City of Namur. Even with a population of just 110,000 inhabitants, the region boasts a strong choir community. In fact, nearly one in three people were a member of a choir in their youth and continue to participate today.

Milan: ExpoinCittà

Milan: ExpoinCittà

1. Context

Milan Metropolitan Area (Greater Milan) is located in North-Western Italy within Lombardy region. It has a population of roughly 5 million inhabitants and is one of the most industrialized areas in Italy.

Lisbon Sardine's contest

Lisbon Sardine's contest

1. Context

Lisbon is located on the South West of Europe, on the right shore of the Tagus River Estuary. It is the longest river in the Iberian Peninsula, and one of the most ancient towns in Europe.

Joburg Carnival

Joburg Carnival

1. Context

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) is located in the plateau of the South African interior and is best known as the mining city since gold was discovered in the 1880’s.