Democratic governance in Caguas; Soul of Nation

Democratic governance in Caguas; Soul of Nation

1. Context

The Municipality of Caguas has been recognised locally, nationally and internationally as a model of public administration. It operates effectively, efficiently and participatively, in commitment to its inhabitants’ needs and well-being.

Busan historic downtown culture cluster 'TOTATOGA’

Busan historic downtown culture cluster 'TOTATOGA’

1. Context

Busan is the 2nd largest city in Korea. The old downtown of Busan, located in the Jung-gu District, has been playing a valuable role in facilitating foreign cultural exchanges since its port opened in 1407.

Bogotá: Ruptures, transitions, reinventions. Responsible graffiti practices

Bogotá: Ruptures, transitions, reinventions. Responsible graffiti practices

1. Context

Graffiti in Bogotá has been recognised as an urban cultural practice, primarily by youth groups. It is also considered a form of artistic expression or urban art. However, it also has a significant effect on the city's cultural heritage.

Beit Shour old town: a corner of culture

Beit Shour old town: a corner of culture

1. Context

The city of Beit Sahour holds a huge legacy of customs and traditions due to its origins going back to the Bronze Age (3000 B.C.). The Canaanites inhabited its numerous caves as traces of inhabitants were found in these caves, going back to Roman times.

Cultural policies of Barcelona

Cultural policies of Barcelona

1. Context

Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, has 1,620,943 inhabitants (2012) in 100.39 km². It is located between the Mediterranean Sea and Collserola mountain rage, delimited in the south by the Llobregat River and in the north by the Besós River.

Cultural policies and Agenda 21 in Baie-Saint-Paul

Cultural policies and Agenda 21 in Baie-Saint-Paul

1. Context

Founded over 350 years ago, the 'Art and Heritage town' of Baie-Saint-Paul is nestled in a valley crossed by the Gouffre and Bras rivers and located on the northern shore of the Saint Lawrence River in the tourist region of Charlevoix.