Objectives of the International Şile Fabric Culture and Arts Festival
- To increase the sense of belonging of the local community to the Şile destination and facilitate better coexistence among different social groups.
- To enhance local attachment to traditions, customs, and cultural elements.
- To provide opportunities for discovering and developing cultural skills and talents.
- To offer opportunities for the local community to engage in new activities in arts and other creative fields.
- To increase tourist visits to the Şile destination.
- To promote the economic development of the local community and create employment opportunities.
- To support destination branding.
- To promote, protect, and sustain Şile Fabric as a geographical indication and art form.
- To preserve the local culture and values of Şile.