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Culture and Creativity

Leeuwarden and Valletta

2018 European Capitals of Culture in the Netherlands and Malta.

Leeuwarden

With the concept of iepen mienskip (open community) at the centre of its programme, Leeuwarden aimed to strengthen and connect communities from across the Friesland region and Europe, with more than 800 projects throughout the year. 

Check out the programme for Leeuwarden

Valletta

Almost a quarter of Malta’s population, turned up for the inauguration of Malta 2018. Over 140 projects and 400 events were planned in Valetta and neighbouring island Gozo around three main themes: Island Stories, Future Baroque and Voyages.

Check out the programme for Valetta