The project aimed to establish sustainable cooperation between the Municipality of Gevgelija and the Bansko Economic Development Agency, based on the implementation of initiatives in the field of tourism related to better preservation and sustainable use of the rich natural and cultural heritage in the cross-border region.
Affirmation of natural and cultural values in the border region for better visibility and access
Short description of the project
The project aimed to establish sustainable cooperation between the Municipality of Gevgelija and the Economic Development Agency of Bansko, based on the implementation of initiatives in the field of tourism related to better preservation and sustainable use of the rich natural and cultural heritage in the cross-border region. The activities contributed to improving economic cooperation, improving knowledge and experience in developing and implementing joint projects and raising public awareness of the benefits of cross-border initiatives. The project stimulated the convergence of all segments of the population and built networks for business cooperation, exchange of experience and joint activities in the field of tourism, culture and ecology and enabled the development of year-round tourism in the cross-border region.
The project objective was achieved through the implementation of the following activities:
– Construction of a tourist location “Dinkut” – a place for sports, recreation and entertainment;
– Development and support of the project website and the project profile on Facebook;
– Research and analysis of the natural and cultural heritage in the cross-border region Gevgelija – Bansko;
– Development and support of a free mobile application for the natural and cultural heritage in the cross-border region Gevgelija – Bansko;
– Creation of an album with photos of the natural and cultural heritage in the cross-border region Gevgelija – Bansko.
Partners
Economic Development Agency Bansko Blagoevgrad, Municipality of Gevgelija
Total budget
215.312,40 €
Funded by
Interreg IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Programme between Bulgaria and the Republic of North Macedonia 2014-2020
Results
A tourist complex “Dinkut” was built in Gevgelija, which includes a variety of facilities and attractions for children and adults, as well as equal access for people with disabilities through the development of facilities for access to and within the tourist location itself. The project ensured the development of year-round tourism in the cross-border region, stimulated the cohesion of all population groups and built networks for business cooperation, exchange of experience and joint activities in the field of tourism, culture and ecology. The complex offered the local population and tourists a wide range of facilities for sports, relaxation and entertainment to improve the tourism potential of the region and the quality of life and socio-economic status of the local population.
The implementation of the project also included the development of a study and analysis of the natural and cultural heritage in the cross-border region Gevgelija – Bansko; creation of a basic document for the development of mobile applications; development of a website, a mobile application for tourist information and provision of information on Facebook in the field of preservation of tangible and intangible natural, historical and cultural heritage and resources in the cross-border region Gevgelija – Bansko. The project created conditions for the development of a regional communication network based on an innovative mobile application for Android and iOS, uploaded to Google Play and App Store for free download.
Duration
24 months
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