European Capital of Culture - Art & Culture
Q. Consider the following statements about European Capital of Culture.
1. It is a title bestowed by UNESCO.
2. The European City of Culture program was launched in the summer of 1985 with Athens being the first title-holder.
Which of the above statements is / are correct? - Published on 11 Jul 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
ANSWER: Only 2
The European Capital of Culture is a city designated by the European Union for a period of one calendar year during which it organizes a series of cultural events with a strong European dimension.
