CB007.1.11.207

Festival of arts “Danube waves”

28/12/201804/01/2019

Seven days of culture, spirit, color, events, smiles, new friendships, meetings. Seven Days – Festival of Arts. And this year “Danube Waves” rocked Vidin and created an atmosphere of festivity and inspiration. It has proven that the city can be transformed into an open cultural scene, giving the opportunity to both professionals and amateurs to attract the most diverse audiences.

The festival is held since 2012 every last week of July, but in 2018 it was organized within the framework of the project “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification tourist products in the Vidin – Zajecar region”, ref. No CB007.1.11.207. The project is co-funded by EU through the Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria–Serbia Programme 2014-2020. The inclusion of the festival in the framework of the project and the support provided by the EU through the Programme allowed for wider participation and a wide variety of events. Days of the theater; concerts of Sinfonietta -Vidin and City Brass Orchestra; participation of rock groups and folklore evening; circus; creative workshops and exhibitions; the longest picture of the Danube. All this was organized and presented at the Baba Vida Fortress, Bdintsi Square and various areas in the Kraydunavski Park. Vidin revived and applauded nearly 500 participants from Bulgaria and Serbia.

This year’s edition of the Festival showed the existing opportunities for development of tourism in the region, combining the efforts of the two twinned towns of Vidin and Zajecar and combining the existing cultural heritage with contemporary cultural events. The cultural calendar of both municipalities is rich and attractive and its synchronization and popularization is an important prerequisite for maintaining the year-round interest and development of festival tourism in the cross-border region.

This publication has been produced with the assistance of the European Union through the Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria-Serbia Programme, CCI No 2014TC16I5CB007. The contents of this publication are the sole responsibility of Municipality of Vidin and can in no way be taken to reflect the views of the European Union or the Managing Authority of the Programme.

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Art green school “Danube waves”

28/12/201804/01/2019

Art green school “Danube waves” during Festival “Danube waves”

This year the iconic Vidin Festival of arts “Danube Waves” is organized and conducted within the framework of project „Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification tourist products in the Vidin – Zajecar region“, ref. No CB007.1.11.207. The project is co-funded by EU through the Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria–Serbia Programme 2014-2020. The realization of the project has given the opportunity the festival to be more widely popular, its program to be even more attractive and a larger number of participants to be involved in it.

Another main activity within the project was the implementation of Art green school “Danube waves” accompanying the Festival. Another main activity within the project was the implementation of the Art green school “Danube waves” accompanying the Festival. 50 young people – 25 from Serbia and 25 from Bulgaria were together for 7 days and actively participated in various artistic workshops. The young people were also involved in organizing and conducting events within the Festival of arts “Danube Waves”. In addition to learning about the different creative industries and how an event is being organized, young people get to know the rich cultural heritage of the region, participated in a volunteer initiative, played basketball and, most of all, had fun together. The Green School within the project and its success focus on some untapped opportunities to develop a specific and alternative type of tourism targeted at young people. In the future, Vidin and Zajecar will continue to cooperate and joint efforts to develop not only festival tourism, but also to develop and offer tourist products interesting for young audiences.

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PROJECT MATERIALS

Festivals without borders – Vidin and Zajecar together for festival tourism development

The movie is developed under project CB007.1.11.207 “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar”. The project is co-funded by EU through the Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria–Serbia Programme 2014-2020.

This movie has been produced with the assistance of the European Union through the Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria-Serbia Programme, CCI No 2014TC16I5CB007. The contents of this movie are the sole responsibility of Municipality of Vidin and can in no way be taken to reflect the views of the European Union or the Managing Authority of the Programme.

POCKET GUIDE TO DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM FESTIVAL IN THE CROSS-BORDER REGION BULGARIA-SERBIA

The project is co-funded by EU through the Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria–Serbia Programme 2014-2020

This material has been produced with the assistance of the European Union
through the Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria-Serbia Programme, CCI No
2014TC16I5CB007. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of
Municipality of Vidin and can in no way be taken to reflect the views of the European
Union or the Managing Authority of the Programme.

Pocket guide under project CB007.1.11.207

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Deputy Mayor Ventsi Paskov took part in a final…

22/11/201801/12/2018

The project “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar” is financed by the European Union under Priority Axis 1: Sustainable Tourism. It is implemented through INTERREG-IPP Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.

The event was attended by Ventsi Paskov – Deputy Mayor of Vidin Municipality, Elena Petrovich – Expert in the Municipality of Zajecar and Luka Vojvodic – Member of the City Council in Zajecar.

Paskov congratulated the attendees and expressed his satisfaction with the completion of another important project for both municipalities. “During the implementation period the objectives and all the activities envisaged under the project were achieved. The purchase of new instruments for three Vidin orchestras was one of the main investments. This is an extremely useful acquisition that will help the development of the musical life in Vidin. Another major goal was to promote the Danube Waves Festival and to organize a green school during its performance, “he said. He also noted that young people from both cross-border regions took part in the project activities and participated in creative workshops and workshops as well as in a number of other events.

Silvia Suleiman, Chief Expert Culture, Art and Sport in Vidin Municipality and part of the project team, also expressed its satisfaction with the work done: “Such initiatives open up opportunities for future cooperation between cross-border regions and I believe we will continue to we maintain good relations. ”

In addition to the purchase of musical instruments, another important investment within the project was the provision of 6 video tapes, which will be located in key locations on the territory of Vidin and will contribute to the promotion of events from the cultural calendar of the Municipality.

The project is co-financed by the European Union through the INTERREG-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.

This publication is supported by the European Union through the INTERREG-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia, CCI No 2014TC16I5CB007. The content of the publication is the sole responsibility of the Municipality of Vidin and should in no way be taken as an expression of the opinion of the European Union or the Managing Authority of the Programme

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PRESS RELEASE

22/11/201801/12/2018

Project: “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism, which contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar, Ref. № CB007.1.11.207

Grant Contract № РД-02-29-261/22.11.2016

Vidin Municipality in partnership with the municipality of Zajecar ends the implementation of a project under INTERREG-IPP for cross-border cooperation Bulgaria – Serbia. The project “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar”, Ref. № CB007.1.11.207 is realized under Priority Axis 1: Sustainable tourism, specific objective 1.1 Tourist attractiveness.

The main objective that the project has achieved with the implementation of the activities included is to study the festivals in Bulgaria and Serbia and to promote the opportunities for festival tourism in the region of Vidin and Zajecar. In Zajecar, a new tourist infrastructure is available, suitable for festival tourism, and the performances of three Vidin orchestras have been improved by the supply of new musical instruments.

Within the project, the following main activities were carried out:

1) Project Management. 2) Information and publicity of the project. 3) Joint study of the opportunities for development of festival tourism in the cross-border region. 4) Creation of a joint tourism product for year-round festival tourism in the region of Vidin-Zajecar. 5) Promotion of the joint tourist product. 6) Construction of tourist infrastructure in Zajecar. 7) Supply of equipment for musical orchestras in Vidin. 8) Organizing a youth camp in Zajecar. 9) Conducting Arts Festival “Danube Waves” in Vidin. 10) Promotion of Arts Festival “Danube Waves” and organization of green school during the festival.

Within the framework of the project, a joint study of opportunities for development of festival tourism in the cross-border region and a joint tourism product for year-round festival tourism in the region of Vidin-Zajecar was created. New tourist infrastructure was built in Zajecar. We also provided equipment for the needs of the Arts Festival “Danube Waves” in Vidin – 6 video walls. The Festival tourism was promoted through the organization of a green school and a youth camp as well as a series of information materials such as a 30-minute promotional film and pocket guides.

Closing press conference is scheduled for 22.11.2018 at 11:00, in the hall of the hotel “Bononiya” 2, “Bdin” Str., 3700 Vidin, Bulgaria.

The project is co-financed by the European Union through the INTERREG-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.

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Grant Contract concluded under the Interreg-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program…

13/11/201821/11/2018

On 22.11.2016, Municipality Zajecar, in its role as lead partner, signed a contract with number RD-02-29-261 / 22.11.2016 grant agreement with the Managing Authority of the Interreg-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia 2014 -2020 in connection with the implementation of the project “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar” ref. No. CB007.1.11.207. A project partner on the Bulgarian side is Municipality Vidin.

During the project, a joint study of the opportunities for development of festival tourism in the cross-border region will be carried out and a joint tourist product will be created for year-round festival tourism in the region of Vidin-Zajecar. It is planned to build a new tourist infrastructure in Zajecar and equip equipment for the Arts Festival “Danube Waves”, organized by the Municipality of Vidin. Festival tourism will be promoted by running a green school and youth camp, as well as through the distribution of a series of information materials, pocket guides and a 30-minute promotional film.

The project envisages the following activities:

Project management

Information and publicity of the project

Joint study of opportunities for development of festival tourism in the cross-border region

Creation of a joint tourist product for year-round festival tourism in the region of Vidin-Zajecar

Promotion of the joint tourist product

Construction of tourist infrastructure in Zajecar

Supply of equipment for musical orchestras in Vidin

Organizing a youth camp in the new tourist infrastructure in Zajecar

Conducting “Danube Waves” Arts Festival in Vidin

Promotion of the “Danube Waves” Arts Festival and organization of a green school during the festival.

The overall objective of the project is to: Support the development of competitive tourist attractions by promoting and developing festival tourism. The specific objectives of the project are: 1) To study the festivals in Bulgaria and Serbia and to promote the opportunities for festival tourism in Vidin-Zajecar; 2) To provide a new tourist infrastructure in Zajecar, suitable for festival tourism; 3) Improve the performance of Vidin orchestras by delivering tools.

The target groups to be covered include the project team members, experts from the Culture and Tourism Municipalities, local groups and orchestras, organizers of cultural events, participants in the Festival “Danube Waves”, green school and youth camp, visitors to the “Danube Waves” and “Gitariada”, journalists, representatives of the municipal administrations of Vidin and Zajecar.

Duration of the project: 24 months (23.11.2016 – 22.11.2018)

Contract value: EUR 496 767.40

IPA financing: EUR 421 175.18

Bulgarian public contribution: EUR 22 162.59

Serbian public contribution: EUR 52 162.46

Partner’s own contribution: EUR 1 267.17

The project is co-financed by the European Union through the INTERREG-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.

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New instruments for Vidin orchestras

02/11/201827/11/2018

New instruments were received by the musicians from the Town Brass Orchestra – Vidin, the Danube Ensemble for Folk Songs and Dances and the Sinfonietta – Vidin. The instruments are delivered within project CB007.1.11.207 “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism, which contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar”, RBP No RD-02-29-261 / 22.11.2016 funded under Interreg-IPA Bulgaria-Serbia Cross-Border Cooperation Program 2014-2020.

The Town Brass Orchestra – Vidin got 15 instruments: fleece, trumpets, clarinet, brass, tube, trombone, big drum and small drum, cymbals and baritones. The ensemble of the Danube Ensemble already has new gadulka, Thracian kavali, contrabass, drum, kaba-gaida and tamboura and the Sinfonietta – Vidin – with clarinet and bassoon.

Altogether, the new musical instruments are 33 in number, which will improve the quality of the cultural product and the creative process in the three orchestras will be facilitated. They will allow Vidin orchestras to participate more actively in the cultural events and festival events, which in turn will lead to improvement of the conditions for the development of festival tourism in the region.

The project is co-financed by the European Union through the INTERREG-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.

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The Seventh Arts Festival “Danube Waves” was officially opened

24/07/201822/11/2018

The Seventh Arts Festival “Danube Waves” was officially opened with a concert of Sinfonietta – Vidin and soloists from the Folk Songs and Dance Ensemble “Danube”. This year the festival provides for a varied program and the participation of more than 300 participants, thanks to project CB007.1.11.207 “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar, No RD-02-29-261 / 22.11.2016 financed under Interreg-IPA Bulgaria-Serbia Cross-Border Cooperation Program 2014-2020. The main objective of the project is to support the development of competitive tourist attractions through: promotion and development of festival tourism and key activity is the holding of the upcoming emblematic for the region festival.

At the opening greeting to all participants and guests, Vidin Municipality Mayor Ognian Tzenkov wished success and a wonderful mood during the festival days. A greeting was also made by the regional governor of Vidin – Albena Georgieva. “I wish excellent presentation to all participants in the upcoming cultural and entertainment events. I wish the audience unforgettable moments and very positive emotions” she said.

Several concerts, dialects, art workshops, theatrical and circus performances are planned within the Festival. One of the days in the Danube town will be a picture portrait of the Danube river, one kilometre long. The last night of the festival is devoted to folklore, with the participation of Antimovo Spiritual Music and professional and amateur groups from Bulgaria and Serbia. For the time, the “Younashkia Tigan”, which will present authentic cuisine for the region, is also planned.

The project is co-financed by the European Union through the INTERREG-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.

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Program of Festival “Danube Waves”

21/07/201822/11/2018

Program

of Sixth Art Festival “Danube Waves”

24^th of July, Monday

20:00 ч. – Official opening of the Arts Festival “Danube Waves”, the stage of the Fortress “Baba Vida”

20:10 ч. – ”Fire rythms” – concert of Sinfonietta – Vidin, the stage of the Fortress “Baba Vida”

25^th of July, Tuesday

10:30 ч. – Opening of children’s plenary “My City”, Bibliopost

11:00 ч. – “Old stories for forests and fires”- a performance for children at the Drama Theater – Montana, opened stage of the Art Gallery “N. Petrov”

17:30 ч. – Art Workshop for children, Park Kraidunavski

20:00 ч. – “Request to God” – performance of the Drama Theater – Montana, the stage of the “Baba Vida”

26^th of July Thursday

11:00 ч. – “Alissa” – a theatrical performance by Luis Karol of students from High school for foreign languages “Jordan Radichkov” and the Youth Theater Studio – Vidin, Park Kraidunavski

17:30 ч. – Art Workshop for children, Park Kraidunavski

20:00 ч. – “Jazz of the Fortress” – a concert of the City Brass Orchestra – Vidin

20:40 ч. –”The Myth Pygmalion – the Traces” – a performance of the Artist Foundation, the stage of “Baba Vida” fortress

27^th of July Thursday

11:00 ч. – “Adventure at the Forest Meadow” – Drama-Puppet Theater – Vratsa, open-air stage of the Art Gallery “N. Petrov ”

17:30 ч. – Circus workshop with the artists of Circus “De La Lyulin”, open-air stage of the Art Gallery “N. Petrov ”

20:30 ч. – Evening show of Circus “De La Lyulin”, the scene of the “Baba Vida” fortress

28^th of July, Friday

11:00 ч. – Exhibition of the participants of the plain air in the art gallery “My City”, Bibliopost

17:30 ч. – Art Workshop for children, Park Kraidunavski

20:00 ч. – “Sing “I LOVE YOU” in BULGARIAN” – a concert of group “Horizont” and friends, “Bdintsi” square

29^th of July, Saturday

10:30 ч. – “Children’s Horoteca”, open-air stage of the Art Gallery “N. Petrov”

18:30 ч. – Folklore evening and closing of the Festival “Danube Waves”, with the participation of amateur groups, the Antimovo Brass Music and the “Yunaski Tigan”, “Bdintsi” square

In parallel with the festival, there is a Green School of Arts “Danube Waves”. The green school includes young people with an interest in the arts from Vidin, Bulgaria and from Zajecar, Serbia. The Green Arts School “Danube Waves” is being held in connection with the implementation of Action 10 “Promotion of the Danube Waves Arts Festival and Organizing a Green School during the Festival”, included in the joint project CB007 implemented by the Municipality of Zaychar and Vidin Municipality CB007.1.11.207 “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism that contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar”, financed under Interreg-IPA CBC Bulgaria – Serbia 2014-2020.

The project is co-funded by the European Union through the Interreg-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.

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Municipality of Vidin recruiting youths for participation in “Green…

06/06/201822/11/2018

In realtion with the implementation of the project “Development of competitive tourist attractions for year-round festival tourism, which contributes to the diversification of tourist products in the region of Vidin – Zajecar”, ref. No. CB007.1.11.207, the Municipality of Vidin recruits young people at age from15 to 19 for participation in “Green School”.

It will be held in town Vidin from July 23 to July 29, 2018, with participation of 25 young people from Bulgaria and 25 young people from Serbia. Within the Green School they will participate in various creative workshops and workshops as well as in organizing and conducting events within the Arts Festival “Danube Waves”.

For further information and registration you can contact the project experts: Silvana Suleiman – tel.: 0879597155 and Slavena Petrova – tel.: 0879597154. Participants under the age of 18 will have to submit a Declaration of Parental Compliance in a template that will be given to them.

The project is co-financed by the European Union through the INTERREG-IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Program Bulgaria-Serbia.