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Cities Of Peace

An IIPT City of Peace designation recognises communities that have made a meaningful commitment to fostering harmony, welcoming visitors across cultural divides, and building sustainable tourism ecosystems rooted in mutual respect.

Tourism is one of the world's most powerful forces for building bridges between peoples and cultures. — Louis D'Amore · IIPT Founder
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Designated Cities

Cities of Peace Worldwide

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Bucharest Romania
Europe · Romania

Bucharest

A vibrant European capital recognised for its commitment to cultural dialogue, heritage preservation, and peaceful international tourism.

Danzhai Wanda Village China
Asia · China

Danzhai Wanda Village

A model of sustainable community tourism in China's Guizhou province — the country's first IIPT Global Town of Peace.

Pietermaritzburg South Africa
Africa · South Africa

Pietermaritzburg

A city of rich Zulu and colonial heritage, designated as a symbol of reconciliation and peaceful coexistence in South Africa.

Mandeville Jamaica
Americas · Jamaica

Mandeville

The Caribbean's first IIPT Peace Town — a cool highland community celebrated for warmth, sustainability, and cultural pride.

Hobart Australia
Oceania · Australia

Hobart

Hobart inducted as a City of Peace and home to a dedicated IIPT Peace Park, in partnership with SKAL International.

South Africa Peace Towns
Africa · South Africa

South Africa — Seven Towns

A landmark moment as seven South African communities were simultaneously honoured as IIPT Peace Towns in a single ceremony.

Serbia Peace Park
Europe · Serbia

Serbia

The first IIPT Peace Park established in Serbia — a milestone for peace tourism on the Western Balkans corridor.

The Designation

What Makes a City of Peace?

An IIPT City of Peace designation is awarded to communities that demonstrate an active commitment to fostering understanding, harmony, and sustainable development through their approach to tourism and civic life.

The designation celebrates places where tourism becomes a genuine bridge between peoples — not merely an economic activity, but a force for reconciliation and shared humanity.

  • ✓Active programs promoting cross-cultural dialogue and understanding
  • ✓Sustainable tourism practices protecting environment and heritage
  • ✓Community leadership committed to peace and inclusive development
  • ✓Welcoming infrastructure for international visitors and exchange
  • ✓Demonstrated efforts toward reconciliation and social cohesion
Travellers gathered in peace by a mountain lake Danzhai Wanda Village, China
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How It Works

Designating Your City

Four clear stages guide your community from application to official recognition as an IIPT City of Peace.

01
Expression of Interest

Submit a brief description of your peace initiatives and tourism vision to IIPT.

02
Documentation

Provide evidence of programs, leadership commitment, and community engagement.

03
Board Review

IIPT's global board reviews your submission and votes on the designation.

04
Ceremony

Your city is formally welcomed into the IIPT Cities of Peace network worldwide.

"You do not inherit the earth from your ancestors — you hold it in trust for your children."
Inuit Proverb · cited by Global President Ajay Prakash, World Tourism Year 2026
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