« ORENBURG » takes part in the European Local Democracy Week - a paneuropean event coordinated by the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe - as « Partner city »
The first stone of the city was built during the reign of Empress Anna Ivanovna, April 30, 1743, between the Yaik and Sakmara. Since its inception, the capital of the many faces of the Orenburg region, conceived as a fortress, is a striking symbol of the unity of peoples, religions and cultures with its own unique flavor.
Orenburg - a unique city, which closely links East and West, Europe and Asia. The city was historically defined as a trade and cultural center. The capital city, Orenburg, combining many different cultures, became a true symbol of good neighborliness, mutual respect and openness to many cultures.
Takes part in the ELDW with the aim of:
Better involve citizens in public life and interacte with local authorities
Test the citizens’ acquaintance with the participatory tools and trust in local/regional institutions
Improve social cohesion and respect of the others in the community
How did you know about ELDW ?
Via a National/European Association and/or network