Cultural and Tourism Ties between Odesa and Bristol: A New Beginning
On October 7, an online seminar titled «Development of cultural and tourist ties between Bristol (Western England) and Odesa (Ukraine)» was held, organized with the support of Odesa's city council advisor Tatyana Markova. This event marked the first step towards fruitful cooperation between the two UNESCO Creative Cities.
«The United Kingdom is not just a partner; it is a true friend of Ukraine, standing by us in the toughest times. Odessa has always been open to the world, and we are excited to begin active cooperation with the West England region and the city of Bristol. We are united by creativity, cultural depth, and a shared vision for the future», emphasized Odesa's mayor Gennady Trukhanov.
Paul Goggin, advisor to the Bristol City Council, shared his impressions from his visit to Odesa, calling it a «city with unique architecture, sincere people, and unforgettable flavors».
Participants of the seminar included representatives from city councils of both countries, cultural institutions, tourism organizations, and the film industry along with festivals.
Among the priorities are the creation of joint projects, festivals, participation of Odesa artists in events in Bristol, exchange programs for schoolchildren and creative youth, collaboration with the tourism platform Visit West, and the restoration of historical monuments in Odesa that were damaged during the war.
The British side confirmed its readiness for humanitarian support and economic collaboration.
