Promotion of natural objects as sources of energy and inspiration via history and new solutions

Programme 2014 - 2020 Latvia - Russia ENI CBC

Date of latest update: 2024-07-30

Description

Description (EN):

The objective of the project is promotion and development of three natural objects as sources of energy and inspiration with the help of local history and new solutions in the immediate border area of the Latvia-Russia programme. The three nature objects (manor park in Gaujiena, trail on the shores of Lake Gorodischenskoe by Izborsk fortress and park in the centre of Lavry) with a special atmosphere and spirit will be re-animated as visiting objects, increasing both their attractiveness and sustainability to high levels. After completion of the project activities the sites will give visitors a possibility to experience nature, history and culture in one visit. The partners will gain new experience how to manage natural objects in a sustainable way, at the same time bringing real benefits for the local municipality and community.

Description (LV):

Projekta mērķis ir veicināt un attīstīt trīs dabas objektus kā enerģijas un iedvesmas avotus, izmantojot vietējo vēsturi un ieviešot jaunus risinājumus Latvijas-Krievijas programmas tiešajā pierobežā.Projekta ietvaros tiks labiekārtoti un attīstīti trīs dabas objekti (Gaujienas muižas parks, Gorodišenska ezera pārgājienu taka pie Izborskas cietokšņa, dabas parks Lavri centrā) un, izmantojot šo vietu īpašo atmosfēru, enerģiju un spēku, tiks radīts jauns, pievilcīgs un ilgtspējīgs tūrisma produkts. Pēc projekta realizācijas šajās vietās apmeklētājiem būs iespēja vienuviet iepazīt un izbaudīt dabu, kultūru un vēsturi. Partneri iegūs pieredzi, kā ilgtspējīgi pārvaldīt dabas objektus, vienlaikus radot reālus ieguvumus vietējai pašvaldībai un iedzīvotājiem.

Description (RU):

Целью проекта является продвижение и развитие трех природных объектов в качестве источников энергии и вдохновения, используя местную историю и внедряя новые решения в латвийско-российскую программу в непосредственной приграничной области. В рамках проекта будут благоустроены и получат свое развитие три природных объекта (парк усадьбы Гауиена, туристическая тропа у Городищенского озера возле Изборской крепости,исторический - природный парк в центре Лавры), используя особую атмосферу, энергию и силу этих мест, будет создан новый, привлекательный и долгосрочный туристический продукт.После реализации проекта посетители туристических объектов смогут познакомиться одновременно с природой, культурой и историей данного места. Партнеры получат опыт долгосрочного управления природными объектами, в то же время создадут реальные выгоды для местного самоуправления и населения.

Achievements (EN):

Feeling the Spirit of Nature in Latvia-Russia cross-border territory The travellers to Latvia-Russia cross-border territory are no longer just passers-by who rush to their final destination. The locals from Ape (Latvia), Izborsk and Lavry (Russia) joined efforts to reveal the intangible gems of their native land – the spirit of genuine nature in the area adjacent to the border between Latvia and Russia. The Spirit of Nature project was initiated by three quite minor settlements in Latvia and Russia – town of Ape (Smiltene municipality, Latvia), village of Lavry and village of Izborsk (both belong to Pechorsky district of Pskov region, Russia). The project was aimed at the promotion of natural objects as sources of energy and inspiration through local history and new solutions. These three nature objects included manor park in Gaujiena, trail along the Gorodishchenskoye Lake by Izborsk fortress and park in the centre of Lavry village. The project beneficiaries aimed at enhancing the special atmosphere and spirit with new objects which could increase the attractiveness and sustainability of the locations. Ideally, the visitors should have gained the possibility to experience nature, history and culture in one visit. Did they manage? In Ape, Gaujena park went through a substantial reconstruction now offering the visitors a plethora of opportunities to feel the music of nature – through the interaction with outdoor musical instruments or enjoying an open-air concert auditorium at the Jazeps Vitols museum on the bank of the Gauja River. Now, the visitors to the museum can enjoy and even create the music in the natural environment using large harmony, hand pipes, emperor chimes and other instrument that connect humans with the universe of natural sounds. There is no way that you come to the ancient fortress of Izbosk and miss the opportunity to see the Slovenskie Springs – the local natural limestone waterfall surrounded by legends and local beliefs. The 550-meter trail down the hill was equipped with interactive elements that entertain the visitors on the way to the natural object and simplify the journey up the hill. Those include gazebos, benches with backrests, steps on steep slopes, information stand and easels to immediately connect tourists with the picturesque beauty of nature. Music and Art are nothing without a sound basis in local beliefs and fairy tales. In Lavry village the historical Spirit of Nature finds its embodiment in the reconstructed park featuring fairy-tale characters familiar and dear to any child: Bogatyr, Baba Yaga, Golden Fish and many others. Straight from the project beginning the deprived bushy area turned into an attractive green zone in the very center of the settlement thus inviting locals, visitors and passers-by to forget about the city hustle and enjoy the company of true friends from the childhood. The soft part of the Spirit of Nature project was aimed at the promotion of newly reconstructed objects. The issue of involving people into the Music, Art and Magic of Latvia-Russia CBC was discussed by project beneficiaries at trainings, seminars and experience exchange events which resulted in a number of tailored tools aimed at adults and kids. Individual quest games were developed for all three locations (Gaujena, Izborsk and Lavry) thus guiding the visitors through the experience of deep individual contact with the spirit of nature. The challenging travel conditions pushed the project thinking further, and all partners created virtual tours around their renovated natural objects. Now, the Spirit of Nature will reach you even through the screen of your computer. Looking back at the project experience, we are happy to confirm that dedication to the idea and genuine desire to share the best and to move forward are the cement for a true lasting partnership. The Spirit of Nature project demonstrated wonderful teamwork and inspiring flexibility in response to everyday challenges and concerns of today.

Website: http://latruscbc.eu/

Expected Results (EN):

The project aims to increase the total number of visitors at the three improved objects of natural resources by at least 68% by the year 2023, when compared to the number of visitors in 2014 and by at least 11%, when compared to the number of visitors in 2017 (384000 persons). The number of visitors by sites: Gaujiena – 5 000 (2014), 6800 (2017), 9800 (2023). Lavry – 800 (2014), 1200 (2017), 2440 (2023). Izborsk – 247200 (2014), 376000 (2017), 414000 (2023).

Expected Outputs (EN): The objects will be: - Gaujiena Manor Park. - Hiking route by Izborsk fortress on the shores of Lake Gorodischenskoe to Slovenskie springs. - Park in the centre of Lavry.

Thematic information

Cultural heritage and arts

Thematic Objective: Environmental protection, climate change mitigation and adaptation

Partners (3)

Lead Partner: Smiltene novada pašvaldība

Address: Smiltene, Latvia

Legal status: public

Website: http://www.smiltene.lv

Total budget: EUR 374 980.00

ENI budget: EUR 337 482.00

ФГБУК “Псково-Изборский объединенный музей-заповедник”

Name: ФГБУК “Псково-Изборский объединенный музей-заповедник”

Address: Pskov, Russia

Legal status: public

Website: http://www.museum-izborsk.ru

Total budget: EUR 155 690.00

ENI budget: EUR 140 121.00

Администрация сельского поселения «Лавровская волость»

Name: Администрация сельского поселения «Лавровская волость»

Address: Pechory, Russia

Legal status: public

Website: http://pechory.reg60.ru/poselenija/lavrovskaja

Total budget: EUR 111 530.00

ENI budget: EUR 100 377.00

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Summary

Project name (EN): Promotion of natural objects as sources of energy and inspiration via history and new solutions

Project acronym: Spirit of Nature

Project start date: 2019-09-01

Project end date: 2021-08-31

Project status: closed

Total budget/expenditure: EUR 642 200.00

Total EU funding (amount): EUR 577 980.00

Co-financing sources:

ENPI/ENI/NDICI: Amount, EUR 577 980.00.

Documents

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Brochures / magazines / manuals

Dabas objektu kā enerģijas un iedvesmas avotu veicināšana ar vietējās vēstures palīdzību un jauniem risinājumiem

Attachment type: file

Type of document: Brochure / magazine / manual

Data source: www.latruscbc.eu

Publication date: 2022-01-11

Document date: 2021-08-31

Languages: lv

Attachment file: Download

Содействие источникам природы как источников энергии и вдохновения с помощью местной истории и новыми решениями

Attachment type: file

Type of document: Brochure / magazine / manual

Data source: www.latruscbc.eu

Publication date: 2022-01-11

Document date: 2021-08-31

Languages: ru

Attachment file: Download

Individual quest game - Lavry (Russia)

Attachment type: file

Type of document: Brochure / magazine / manual

Data source: www.latruscbc.eu

Publication date: 2022-01-11

Document date: 2021-08-31

Languages: ru

Attachment file: Download

Mūzikas taka Gaujienas muižas parkā / Музыкальная тропа в парке Гауйены

Attachment type: file

Type of document: Brochure / magazine / manual

Data source: www.latruscbc.eu

Publication date: 2022-01-11

Document date: 2021-08-31

Languages: lv, ru

Attachment file: Download

Presentations

Information stand - Izborsk (Russia)

Attachment type: file

Type of document: Presentation

Data source: www.latruscbc.eu

Publication date: 2022-01-11

Document date: 2021-08-31

Languages: ru

Attachment file: Download

Information stand about animals - Izborsk (Russia)

Attachment type: file

Type of document: Presentation

Data source: www.latruscbc.eu

Publication date: 2022-01-11

Document date: 2021-08-31

Languages: ru

Attachment file: Download

Media releases / articles

Feeling the Spirit of Nature in Latvia-Russia cross-border territory

Attachment type: file

Type of document: Media release / article

Data source: www.latruscbc.eu

Publication date: 2022-01-11

Document date: 2021-08-31

Languages: en

Attachment file: Download

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2014 - 2020 Latvia - Russia ENI CBC

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2024-07-30

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Promotion of natural objects as sources of energy and inspiration via history and new solutions

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