57 Transforming Šibenik fortresses into a major cultural hotspot The fortresses were restored to become one of the most visited historical monuments in Croatia, but also transformed into modern cultural and entertainment venues, hosting numerous performances and events. As a result, these remarkable sites have been preserved and Šibenik has positioned itself as a major cultural hotspot, where tradition and modern technology are successfully blended. Today, the revitalized fortifications of Šibenik are powerful generators of cultural development for the city and significant agents of education. All the proposed activities contribute to individual knowledge and social cohesion. The success of the revitalisation projects is reflected in the large number of visitors. In 2019, nearly 200,000 came to the fortresses to visit or to attend an event. There is a constant interest and increase of visits in all demographics. How?