In 2015, the European Capitals of Culture
celebrated their 30th anniversary!

What is this initiative?

The European Capitals of Culture initiative is designed to:

• Highlight the richness and diversity of cultures in Europe;
• Celebrate the cultural features Europeans share;
• Increase European citizens’ sense of belonging to a common cultural area;
• Foster the contribution of culture to the development of cities.

In addition to this, experience has shown that the event is an excellent opportunity for:

• Regenerating cities;
• Raising the international profile of cities;
• Enhancing the image of cities in the eyes of their own inhabitants;
• Breathing new life into a city’s culture;
• Boosting tourism.

IPS PLOVDIV is a part of initiative
PLOVDIV 2019 – European Capitals of Culture!

A map and complete list of capitals from 1985 to 2022, you can be found HERE