Rhodope mountains – the garden of Orpheus
The project aims to contribute to the conservation of protected areas and species near Smolyan, through the application of specific conservation measures, development of different forms and degrees of difficulty botanical trails, empowering local people for sustainable use of plant resources in crafts and art. Focus efforts to promote nature conservation and these resources will be organizing a festival of wild flowers in Smolyan, as part of a European chain of such festivals under the auspices of PlantLife International. A good example in this respect is similar Bohiny Festival, Slovenia, held for 5 years (http://www.bohinj.si/alpskocvetje/). Also will be held nationwide campaign "Flower Carpet" ("Patchwork meadow"). Children with artistic talent from around the country will draw on canvas the beautiful flowers on their area of living. Pictures will be stitched in a large "carpet", which will be exhibited during the festival of wild flowers, and then will participate in the formation
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Project Snapshot
Grantee:
Environmental Organization Rhodope
Country:
Bulgaria
Area Of Work:
Biodiversity
Grant Amount:
US$ 27,266.00
Co-Financing Cash:
US$ 25,435.00
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 32,103.00
Project Number:
BGR/SGP/OP5/CORE/BD/12/12
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed
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