News about Culture

The military parade, which will take place on August 27, Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova, is intended to showcase to citizens the investments aimed at strengthening the national defense system, as well as efforts to maintain peace. President Maia Sandu made this statement.

The heat is changing travel preferences in Spain: the north of the country is becoming the top destination for summer vacations. According to data from the Rentalia platform, by August, tourists had booked nearly 90% of short-term rental properties along the Spanish coast.

The winner of the national qualifying competition will earn the right to compete for the prestigious title of “European Capital of Culture 2033.” Any city in the country capable of presenting a high-quality and realistic cultural development strategy may participate in the competition. The criteria for evaluating candidate cities have been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.

Moldova will hold the inauguration of its chief rabbi after a 12-year gap in the position.

Products with elevated levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be permitted for use in the restoration of buildings and vehicles of historical and cultural significance, subject to specific regulated exemptions.

In addition to participating in investment projects and providing funding, the diaspora can bring to Moldova the personal experience, knowledge, norms, standards, and values it has gained in its countries of residence. This view was expressed by participants in “Youth Talk: Youth Change the World.”

Former prisons in various countries are being converted into hotels, museums, and cultural centers. Instead of being demolished, these historic buildings are preserved and repurposed for new functions, allowing these former places of confinement to become part of the tourism and cultural infrastructure.

The Triumphal Arch is being prepared for restoration. To this end, the authorities intend to officially designate the monument as state property. The Ministry of Culture has drafted a corresponding resolution.

Graduates of the Faculty of Design at the Technical University of Moldova represented the national design school at Feeric Fashion Week in Romania. This collaborative project by young designers served not only as an international showcase for the graduates but also as an example of how specialized education can prepare young professionals for the job market.

For the first time in history, the Eiffel Tower may be illuminated in the colors of the Republic of Moldova’s national flag to mark the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence.

Writers, translators, and publishers from Moldova will gain access to programs that support the translation, editing, and promotion of literary works in European markets. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the signing of an agreement on the Ministry of Culture’s accession to the European literary network TRADUKI.

They will take place throughout August under the slogan “Wherever we are, Moldova unites us!” The program includes events for members of the Moldovan diaspora—young people, association leaders, and all citizens interested in Moldova’s development.

Nominations for the categories “Best Accountant,” “Best Chief Financial Officer,” “Best Auditor,” and “Best District Council Finance Officer” may be submitted through August 9.

Thanks to the Interreg Danube program, Chisinau has become better known among tourists from the European Union. The capital city’s project to promote tourism at the local level is featured as an example of best practice on the official website of this European program.

One of the world’s most famous mountaineers, Nepalese climber Nirmala Purja, died in an avalanche while climbing Broad Peak (8,047 m) in the Karakoram range in Pakistan.

On the banks of the Danube, near the town of Ryakovo in Bulgaria, the remains of an ancient mammoth have been uncovered. The river, with water levels at a historic low due to the recent heat waves, has exposed the bones, which, according to researchers at the Regional History Museum in Ruse, belong to a specimen of the species “Mammuthus primigenius,” better known as the woolly mammoth.

FIFA has scrapped one of its most controversial projects. Following a wave of criticism and threats of a boycott from major soccer federations, the organization decided against involving private investors in the commercial rights to the World Cup.

The Dniester River promenade in the Vadul-lui-Vodă recreation area is becoming increasingly popular. Residents of the capital and tourists can enjoy the Summer Theater, walking paths for fresh-air strolls, sports areas, family-friendly recreation spots, and children’s playgrounds.

Moldova intends to become an attractive location on the map of European film and television productions. Parliament has ratified the Council of Europe Convention on the Co-Production of Audiovisual Works in the Form of Series.

Paris has unexpectedly topped the global ranking of cities with the best street food. It surpassed traditional culinary destinations and took first place thanks to its wide variety of dishes and the high ratings of its establishments. These are the findings of a study by Radical Storage, which surveyed 6,897 street food vendors in the world’s 100 most popular cities.