THE IMPORTANCE OF INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND ART FESTIVALS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENTS: THE CASE OF BÜYÜKÇEKMECE Cover Image

YEREL YÖNETİMLERDE ULUSLARARASI KÜLTÜR VE SANAT FESTİVALLERİNİN ÖNEMİ: BÜYÜKÇEKMECE ÖRNEĞİ
THE IMPORTANCE OF INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND ART FESTIVALS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENTS: THE CASE OF BÜYÜKÇEKMECE

Author(s): Ercan Onur ŞAHİN, İsmail BUĞDAYCIGİL
Subject(s): Sociology of Culture, Sociology of Art
Published by: Sage Yayınları
Keywords: International festival; cultural interaction; sustainability; cultural heritage; tourism;

Summary/Abstract: International Istanbul Büyükçekmece Culture and Arts Festival is an important event that promotes cultural interaction, peace and friendship. The festival, organized by Büyükçekmece Municipality, is held in cooperation with international organizations such as UNESCO, CIOFF, FIDAF, FIAP and ANELSANDER. The history of the festival and its history full of awards show that it is an internationally recognized and appreciated event. The festival brings together artists, craftsmen and cultural ambassadors from many countries, providing an important platform to preserve and revitalize cultural heritage. In addition, the festival's strategies such as minimizing environmental impacts and adhering to sustainability principles contribute to leaving a clean and healthy environment for future generations. The festival has significant impacts in areas such as tourism, economy and preservation of cultural heritage.

  • Issue Year: 16/2024
  • Issue No: 62
  • Page Range: 499-506
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: Turkish