2, Al. Ypsilanti str.
Rhodes
Greece
- Arts
- Heritage
- International/Cultural relations
Cultural upgrading:
Events, inspired by customs and manners, traditions, myths and the history of Rhodes.
Enhancement of monuments of cultural heritage:
By means of organizing minor relevant events in Byzantine and Medieval monument sites and fortifications, elsewhere in the island or the Dodecanese.
Intercultural dialogue:
Communication and co-operation with other similar teams in Europe will contribute in the exchange and investigation of the treasure of cultural elements all our nations have in common.
Education:
The study of various subjects of the festival events will spread the knowledge concerning our history and traditions. Medieval dance and theatre seminars will be regularly held.
Cultural Tourism:
In the beginning of the tourist season, the Medieval Festival will provide a unique attraction for visitors with advanced interests and demands.
Promotion of the ideal of voluntary work:
By means of continuous encouragement of people to participate / contribute, in any way they wish, in the satisfying process of organizing such an event.
Main project of the "Medieval Rose" association is the organization of the Medieval Festival of Rhodes.
The festival includes a varity of activities meeting all interests. Dance, music, theatre, medieval games and sports, reenactments of customs, tradition, battles,and medieval lifestyle given with the most possible authenticity. Also,guided tours, workshops, seminars, symposiums - historic conferences and intercultural exchanges have been implemented by the Medieval Rose association.
Until now there have been 3 big events taking place: The 1st & 2nd Medieval Fair 2006, The Medieval Weekend 2007 and currently the Medieval Festival 2008 is being prepared. Also, the 1st International Medieval Symposium 2007 and currently the very important 2nd International Medieval Symposium is preparing.