Ali Pasha Tepelena Itinerary
The “Ali Pasha Tepelena Itinerary” project aims to establish a long-term partnership for the management of the natural and historical heritage associated with Ali Pasha Tepelena, created during his rule.
Main Aim
The project focuses on the capitalization and initiation of new initiatives that help institutions develop a virtuous model of preservation and joint management of Ali Pasha’s heritage network. This is seen as a strategic cultural heritage (CH) resource for sustainable socio-economic development in the territories linked to Ali Pasha.
The project aligns with previous experiences and EU policy recommendations, aiming to strengthen institutional capacities to preserve, manage, and promote this specific heritage.
Four Key Directions of Action
- Renewed Governance and Planning
- Empower heritage management based on cultural values.
- Stimulate the natural vocation of local spaces.
- Encourage active participation of institutions, private sector, and civil society.
- Operational Reuse of Monuments
- Focus on fortresses and key sites.
- Move beyond passive preservation to active cultural interpretation.
- Leverage heritage as a source of social, economic, and environmental benefits.
- New Management Models
- Systematically combine local resources and initiatives.
- Explore public-private partnerships (PPP) and EU funding opportunities.
- Promotion and Networking
- Enhance local and transnational promotion of Ali Pasha heritage.
- Utilize ICT and digital tools to connect heritage sites and audiences.
Significance
The project represents a transferable model for effective cultural heritage management in Albania. Its approach fosters sustainable preservation, socio-economic development, and community engagement, while providing solutions applicable to other cultural heritage contexts.
