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Forest festivals in South Korea

Overview

Throughout October, various regions in South Korea are hosting forest-themed festivals and educational events.

In Gyeongsangbuk-do, activities include the ‘Baekdudaegan Bongja Festival’ in Bonghwa, which showcases native plants, and a 25th-anniversary celebration at the Gyeongsangbuk-do Arboretum in Pohang. The province is also hosting the Gyeongsangbuk-do Forest Expo in Pohang and a forest healing expo in Yeongju.

In other districts, such as Gangnam-gu and Mapo-gu, festivals are being organized specifically for families and toddlers. These events focus on nature education, ecological awareness, and hands-on activities like hydroponic gardening and insect observation.

Entities

National Baekdudaegan Arboretum · Gyeongsangbuk-do Arboretum · National Forest Healing Center · Daemosan Forest · Mapo-gu

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    South Korean districts host forest festivals for families

    Districts in South Korea are hosting forest festivals on October 17, offering families nature-based activities and ecological education at Daemosan and Sangam Neighborhood Park.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Gyeongsangbuk-do to host various forest festivals in October

    Gyeongsangbuk-do province is hosting various forest-themed festivals in October, including plant exhibitions, trekking camps, and forest healing expos across Bonghwa, Pohang, and Yeongju.

Sources

biz.heraldcorp.com · ignnews.co.kr · localsegye.co.kr · m.sportalkorea.com