Gevgelija, 6 February 2025 (MIA) - Gevgelija will be the country’s City of Culture in 2025, announced Minister of Culture and Tourism Zoran Ljutkov at a press conference Thursday

Ljutkov said the recognition is both an honor and obligation and noted that this is the second time Gevgelija holds the title of City of Culture after 2011.

“This is confirmation that Gevgelija, with its rich cultural tradition, will once again be at the heart of cultural activities in Macedonia. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism is behind you and backs the events with Mden 3 million, so that we can create a cultural program that will rejuvenate cultural life in the city,” Ljutkov said.  

The Minister said Gevgelija attracts numerous tourists thanks to its location and natural landscapes, “and now”, he said, “as City of Culture, it will offer new experiences and opportunities to enjoy".

According to Gevgelija Mayor Andon Saramandov, the recognition is an added motive for the city to attract more tourists but also to develop the economy and smaller businesses.

142 projects are expected to be realized as part of the Gevgelija City of Culture programming proposal.

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