Cittaslow Movement as an Example of a Local Administration Integrated with Environment and Turkey's Potential

Abstract

Cittaslow Movement which started in Italy and spread around the world shows up as an alternative city and life model in such a short period of 10 years. Cittaslow movement, the most important goal of which is to increase the life quality of the local community and its visitors, became an international network in a short period. Cittaslow approach which can also be considered as the model of a local development has the characteristics of offering the opportunity that reveals the hidden numerous historical and cultural wealth of our country. Hundred of our cities which have the necessary criteria of Cittaslow and can easily achieve these criteria will open their doors to the world.