Esch-sur-Alzette is the second largest city in Luxembourg, despite its size (14.35 km2) and its 36,220 inhabitants. Esch is a mixed community, with 57% of its inhabitants of 130 nationalities, half of whom work across the border.
With a population of 144,472, Trois-Rivières is the main cultural hub of the Mauricie region. It’s a dynamic city, with a number of notable cultural and academic institutions, as well as numerous festivals.
The Municipality of Ramallah’s initiative to develop a participatory Cultural Policy, finalized in March 2022, reflects an understanding of culture as a tool for resilience and resistance.
Lisbon is a city with a vibrant cultural life with traditional venues, unconventional venues, private not-for-profit cultural associations/foundations, and public cultural companies.
With 193 333 inhabitants, Braga faces the challenge of a fast-paced urbanisation based on economic growth, which took a toll on citizens’ quality of life.
As one of China’s Central Cities, Xi’an is the capital of Shaanxi Province. It was the starting point of the ancient Silk Road and the capital of such splendid dynasties as the Han and Tang. The city’s long history can be traced back to the Paleolithic era.
Concepción stands out as a university city and a cultural reference point in the country.
Malmö is Sweden’s third largest, fastest growing and southernmost city. It faces out towards greater Europe and is linked by a 16km bridge to the Danish capital of Copenhagen.
Selçuklu, the district with the highest population in Konya with 682 514 inhabitants, is the first in the socio-economic development ranking and the center of attraction of the city.
Kütahya is a city in western Türkiye with 578,640 inhabitants. It is the capital of tile art and a city of ceramics. It is also a typical intermediary city due to its cultural heritage, location, economy and urban policy.