Description
Benedek Mansion is one of the most endangered monuments in Transylvania. Built in 1840, the mansion is one of the most representative wood constructions.It houses valuable private collections (collection of "Etnographia Gyergyoiensis”) which is visited primarily by specialists (ethnographers). Because of the lack of basic conditions, it is not permanently to visitors.The project's general objective is to contribute to regional development through the preservation of built cultural heritage and the promotion of knowledge and appreciation of this heritage among local community. Specific objectives are: preserving the local cultural heritage and reusing it as an instrument for local economic, social and tourism development, development of communities by improving their tourist and investment attractiveness trough the conservation, restoration and valorisation of cultural heritage, building technical capacities and raising awareness in the field of cultural heritage preservation for locals, cultural institutions, NGO's, architects, contractors and promoting cultural diversity. The direct target groups are: inhabitants of the municipality (18000 people), tourists, local administration, specialists in the cultural fields - 20 persons and historical interest groups, historical craftsmen and the indirect target groups: local and regional entrepreneurs and inhabitants of the Giurgeu micro region - 40000 people.
Summary of project results
The project’s general objective was the contribution to regional development through the preservation of built cultural heritage and the promotion of knowledge and appreciation of the heritage among local community. The objective was achieved through the execution of the conservation and restoration works of the Manor House which will host socio-cultural activities. As cultural attraction, the Manor House is promoted not only by the National Tourism Promotion and Information Center from Gheorgheni (
www.visitgheorgheni.ro) but by the local Tarisznyás Márton Museum and the Cultural Center as well. The historic monument restored during the project will attract more visitors and will be used for cultural and social events, multimedia presentations and research and education activities. This perception of the built heritage as an economic and social factor is the project’s core value going beyond simple conservation and restoration to encourage and facilitate rehabilitation, providing sustainable use of the heritage, innovative planning and new opportunities for the local population. In the same time, implementing this project made a difference to people's lives through improved cultural infrastructure conditions, better access to cultural services, enhanced implication into the cities’ life and in decision making process for all categories, contributing to strengthening pride in local communities for the inhabitants of the city.
Summary of bilateral results