Italy is a country renowned for its ancient temples, amphitheatres, market places and aqueducts. The cultural significance of its heritage is evident in the ongoing archaeological digs – not to mention the hordes of tourists these relics attract. But until the year 2000, one particular practice of recording and conserving its archaeological sites was illegal. Now, thanks to a project realised with the assistance of European Union (EU) funding for culture, the country has established its first Aerial Archaeological Research School.
Across cultures and borders – Culture 2000 and beyond
The European Union's funding strand for pan-European cultural projects, Culture 2000, has been extended beyond 2004 and will now continue in 2005 and 2006. Euclid, the cultural contact point for UK partner organisations applying for funding under the scheme, will host a conference in December to look at successful projects and discuss possible future funding models. Arts Hub spoke to a number of o
26 Nov 2003
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