{"id":24007,"date":"2026-01-27T11:42:48","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T09:42:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.silutesmuziejus.lt\/?post_type=news&p=24007"},"modified":"2026-01-27T13:39:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T11:39:06","slug":"tarptautinis-partneriu-vizitas","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.silutesmuziejus.lt\/en\/news\/tarptautinis-partneriu-vizitas\/","title":{"rendered":"International partner visit in \u0160ilut\u0117 and \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na: A step toward a s hared cultural heritage route"},"content":{"rendered":"
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On January 20\u201321, 2026, an international partner visit took place in \u0160ilut\u0117 District as part of the Interreg VI-A Latvia\u2013Lithuania Programme 2021\u20132027 project Interreg VI-A Latvijos\u2013Lietuvos programos 2021\u20132027<\/strong> projekt\u0105 \u201cHERITAGE HORIZONS\u201d (Project No. LL-0230).<\/strong>During the visit, Lithuanian and Latvian partners met for working discussions and participated in experience-exchange activities focused on cultural heritage preservation, its adaptation for tourism, and the strengthening of local communities.<\/p>

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Working meeting in \u0160ilut\u0117<\/strong><\/p>

On January 20, a working meeting of the project partners was held in \u0160ilut\u0117. The meeting presented the project\u2019s objectives, discussed partner roles and responsibilities, planned activities and their implementation timelines, and reviewed communication and reporting processes. Partners also discussed potential project challenges and risks, along with ways to ensure high-quality implementation of activities.<\/p>

Following the official meeting, partners from Kuld\u012bga took part in an introductory tour of the Hugo \u0160ojus Museum. During the guided tour, participants learned about the museum\u2019s exhibitions, the history of the manor, and its significance to the cultural heritage of the \u0160ilut\u0117 region.<\/p>

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Experience-exchange visit in \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na<\/strong><\/p>

On January 21, project partners visited \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na. The visit began at the former \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na Synagogue, where participants became acquainted with educational activities and discussed possibilities for the building\u2019s restoration and adaptation for visitors. This site is one of the key heritage objects included in the project, and its revitalization will contribute to strengthening local cultural identity.<\/p>

Later, a guided tour of \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na town took place. The guide introduced participants to the town\u2019s history, architecture, and most important landmarks, including a visit to St. James\u2019s Church, a significant cultural and historical site in \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na.<\/p>

In the afternoon, project partners participated in an educational workshop on traditional crafts \u2013 ceramics. During the session, traditional patterns and ceramic techniques were presented, and participants had the opportunity to try creating traditional ceramic items themselves. This hands-on activity offered a vivid experience of the importance of preserving and passing on cultural heritage.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\tProject context and objectives<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201cHERITAGE HORIZONS\u201d project (LL-0230) aims to create a joint tourist route connecting \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na in Lithuania and Kuld\u012bga in Latvia. Both towns face similar challenges related to the preservation of historic buildings, cobblestone streets, and significant heritage sites, as well as their adaptation to modern needs. Kuld\u012bga already holds UNESCO World Heritage status, while \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na is purposefully working toward following this example, making international cooperation and experience exchange particularly important.\nThe project includes the restoration of the former \u0160v\u0117k\u0161na Synagogue, the preservation of a medieval cellar in Kuld\u012bga, the creation of gamified and interactive exhibitions, and the development of a unified tourist route. It is expected that these activities will encourage growth in tourist flows, contribute to strengthening local economies, and ensure improved protection of cultural heritage.\nInternational cooperation under the Interreg VI-A Latvia\u2013Lithuania Programme 2021\u20132027<\/strong> creating a sustainable and cohesive tourism experience and shaping a model that can be adapted to other routes across the Baltic region in the future.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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