The ancient Silk Road is past, but its multi-cultural spirit is more relevant than ever
Chinghis Aitmatov
1.Aim
The transfer of knowledge and culture traits on the New Silk Road, based on the positive examples of the ancient Silk Road. Previous functions of the Silk Road are to be revitalized for the present, through the Silkroad Experiences.
The New Silk Road has the potential to become the primary axis of knowledge and cultural exchange between the West and the East. The direct and respectful human encounters along the New Silk Road, fueled by curiosity, shall result in mutual learning. No other connecting axis of global dimensions illustrates the importance of cultural diversity better. All participants can benefit from this diversity, via a tolerant and open-minded dialogue.
The communal and mutual learning experiences incorporated in our project are multi-layered - intellectual, senses-laden and situational. In addition to the initiation of a dialogue between participating individuals and the respective cultures at every event location, an attempt will be made to initiate a dialogue amongst the cities and cultures themselves.
2. Central Methodology
Discover together - learn from each other
3. Topics and Fields of Activity
The objectives aforementioned, are via the methodology above, going to be brought to practice, in the following permeable domain of activity.
I. Mobility and Communication on the Silk Road
- The base for the central aim of dialogue
II. Treasures of the Silk Road
- Faces of gifted and empowered individuals along the Silk Road (presented through various mediums) constitute its largest riches.
- Architectural treasures of the Silk Road
"Tangible" examples of buildings and cultural traditions that are particular expressions of dialogue.
- Artistic treasures of the Silk Road
Dialogue-oriented events gathering artists and musicians from different cultural traditions of the Silk Road, in the framework of our art project Silkroad Inspiration, and our music project, Silkroad Ensemble.
III. Natural Treasures of the Silk Road
- Creation of a consciousnes of value and meaning for unspoiled nature and resources through utilizing all the senses, in experiences within the framework of our outdoor events.
IV. Silk Road Dialogues and Solutions
- Transfer of knowledge focusing on solutions to technical, ecological, and social challenges (e.g. migration and integration)
