Joint statement of the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian national coordinators of the European Year of Cultural Heritage on the TRAVEL CAMPAIGN: EXPLORE BALTIC MANORS 2018 is declared the European Year of Cultural Heritage to encourage the sharing and appreciation of cultural heritage as a shared resource in Europe. The purpose of the year is to raise awareness of common history and values and to reinforce a sense of belonging to the common European space. Explore Baltic Manors is an excellent initiative that carries out the aims of the Year in the most exemplary way: it presents the historic network of Baltic manors, shows the similarities and differences and introduces the dedicated work of so many people who have made the effort to preserve and cherish our common heritage. Castles and manors are an integral part of the landscape of the Baltic States and reflect the sense of style and beauty of our culture. Their architecture traces the evolution of various architectural…