The Treasury of Međimurje

The aim of this project was to establish a strong basis for further tourism and economic development of Međimurje County, located in the north-west corner of Croatia, bordering with Slovenia and Hungary. The project involves reconstruction of fortification of the Old Town of Čakovec – the capital of the County, to house a Museum of Intangible Heritage as an integrated cultural and visitor package, with the purpose to attract locals as well as domestic and foreign tourists.
Fortification of the Old Town of Čakovec – protected cultural property of national significance – is one of the last preserved moat fortifications in this part of Europe. Therefore, its architectural, historical and cultural values make it attractive visitor attractions beyond the regional boundaries and its reconstructions are of crucial importance for tourism, and thus, economic development of the entire County of Međimurje.

The project Reconstruction and revitalisation of Fortification of the Old Town of Čakovec aims is, as its title suggests, to restore the old fortification and, furthermore, construct a replica of an 18th century of Baroque building that stood there, to house a Museum of Intangible Heritage, giving the entire complex a new use. The Museum will interpret the extremely valuable and attractive stories from the wealth of intangible cultural heritage of the region including:
• Linguistic heritage and local dialects
• Musical heritage of the region (popular at the world music scene)