UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has designated 58 Creative Cities, which now join the Organization's dedicated Network. With these designations, the Network now includes 408 cities in more than 100 countries, recognized for their commitment to creative industries and cultural life.
UNESCO Creative Cities demonstrate that culture and creative industries can be concrete drivers of development. By welcoming 58 new cities, we are strengthening a Network where creativity supports local initiatives, attracts investment and promotes social cohesion,
Audrey AzoulayUNESCO Director-General
This year, a new theme, Architecture, has been added to the seven existing ones: Crafts and Folk Art, Media Arts, Design, Film, Gastronomy, Literature and Music. These cities stand out for their active commitment to culture and creativity, as well as their innovative approaches to urban planning.
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