Forum “Cultural Heritage in Kosovo: From Apple of Discord to Ferment of Reconciliation”
Forum “Cultural Heritage in Kosovo: From Apple of Discord to Ferment of Reconciliation”

Author(s): Author Not Specified
Subject(s): Cultural history, Local History / Microhistory, Inter-Ethnic Relations, Wars in Jugoslavia
Published by: CEEOL Digital Reproductions / Collections
Keywords: Cultural heritage; cultural sites in Kosovo; Serbian monasteries in Kosovo;
Summary/Abstract: On 14 November 2009, Europa Nostra, the Pan European Federation for Cultural Heritage, organised a Forum bringing together one hundred heritage professionals and interested members of the public from across Europe at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris to discuss possible ways forward in the protection of the cultural heritage in Kosovo. // While recognising the scale of deliberate heritage destruction in the recent past, the continuing threats and state of disrepair of many historic buildings and sites, both listed and non-listed, the preparatory meetings generated positive energy and some optimism for the future. Among the individuals with a heart for cultural heritage there is a genuine will to get to know one another and to act together for the benefit of the safeguard of the cultural heritage in Kosovo, as an integral part of Europe’s common cultural heritage. The discussions yielded a wealth of practical ideas and initiatives that could be deployed to bring to life the hopes and ideals expressed at the Forum. // The publication contains the transcripts of the recorded speeches and discussions during the Forum.

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