Applications for the title of the Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture are welcome from the Finno-Ugric world starting 17 March 2016, which aims to raise the identity of Finno-Ugric, and Samoyedic people, and to improve their cooperation.
The initiative which is organised by the Youth Organisation of Finno-Ugric Nations (MAFUN), this year concentrates on the Finno-Ugric nations living in North Europe, North Russia and Central-Russia. The current Hungarian title-holders, Iszkaszentgyörgy and Veszprém will also participate in the election process for choosing the best candidate. Continue reading