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South Korean regions host diverse autumn festivals

Various municipalities across South Korea are hosting seasonal festivals to promote local agriculture, traditional markets, and tourism.

In Yesan, the Samguk Festival (featuring soup, noodles, and chrysanthemums) will take place from September 22 to 25 at the Yesan Permanent Market, followed by the Apple Festival at Yedang Lake on September 30 and 31.

In Daejeon, the 17th Yuseong Chrysanthemum Festival is being held at Yurim Park and Yuseongcheon until November 1, featuring 130,000 chrysanthemums and various cultural performances.

Jangseong County recently concluded its Hwangnyonggang Autumn Flower Festival, which attracted approximately 250,000 visitors through night-time running events and musical performances.

In Gyeongju, local traditional markets are launching autumn events, including a rice cake and native beef festival at Jungang Market and a spoon and chopstick themed festival at Seongdong Market.

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Gyeongju · Hwangryonggang River · Jangseong County · Jeong Yong-rae · Yesan County · Yurim Park · Yuseong-gu

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  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Yuseong Chrysanthemum Festival features 130,000 flowers and 80 different sculptures. www.ebaekje.co.kr
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Jangseong Hwangryonggang Autumn Flower Festival attracted 250,000 visitors over a four-day period.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The 17th Yuseong Chrysanthemum Festival is being held at Yurim Park and Yuseongcheon until November 1. www.ebaekje.co.kr
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Jangseong festival generated 359 million won in total revenue through 32 local food and product stalls.