With a population of 500,000, the Rouen Normandy Metropolis is marked by the contrast between urban and rural, by its industrial and agricultural fabric and by its many and varied heritages.
With almost 400,000 inhabitants, Novi Sad is one of the fastest-growing cities in the region. The city has experienced nine state formations and various social systems in the last century.
Matera is a city in the South of Italy with 62.000 inhabitants.
Istanbul’s position as a bridge between East and West makes the city an ideal candidate to represent the spirit of cultural exchange and dialogue.
Jakarta, Indonesia’s bustling capital, grapples with urban challenges like congestion and limited green spaces.
With around 64,000 inhabitants, Granollers is characterised by its industrial character from the 20th century. The dismantling of traditional industry forced it to diversify its economy and, today, it is also marked by its cultural and creative character.
Located in the heart of Europe, with a population of 234,475, Lille is a young and diverse city.
Brazzaville, the political, economic and cultural capital of the Congo, is located on the right bank of the eponymous river and is divided into nine districts.
Santa Fe, with 572,265 inhabitants, is the provincial capital. With an outstanding institutional activity, it is also consolidated as an educational, scientific, commercial and service centre.
Makati, located in the heart of Metropolitan Manila, pulses with a vibrant cultural scene: with an eclectic array of art galleries, theaters, and museums, and with music reverberating through Makati’s streets, with live performances and city’s festivals and events.