Immerse Yourself in History at the 70th Baekje Cultural Festival

Date: September 28th – October 6th, 2024 (9 days)

Location: Geumgang Singwan Park in Gongju, Gongju-si area, and Buyeo-gun area (main venue: Baekje Cultural Land), South Korea

The 70th Baekje Cultural Festival, a cornerstone of Korean history and culture, invites you on a nine-day journey from September 28th to October 6th, 2024. Experience the splendor of the Baekje Kingdom at various locations, including the scenic Geumgang Singwan Park in Gongju and the immersive Baekje Cultural Land in Buyeo.

Gongju City Events

Explore the heart of Baekje culture in Gongju with a diverse range of programs:

• Main Program: Witness the grand Opening Ceremony and be captivated by the New Ungjin Fantasia.
• Scenic Program: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Gongsanseong Media Art, wander through the enchanting Ungjin Baekje Starlight Garden, and experience the magic of the Lantern Festival.
• Interactive Program: Journey along King Muryeong’s Road and become a part of history with the Ungjinseong Parade.
• Hands-on Activities: Engage with Baekje culture through various hands-on crafts and interactive experiences.
• Local Delights: Savor the flavors of Gongju with local specialties like roasted chestnuts, processed foods, and unique products from small and medium-sized enterprises.

Buyeo County Events

Delve deeper into the Baekje legacy in Buyeo with a comprehensive program schedule:

• Official Events: Attend the grand Opening Ceremony and Sabi Relocation Proclamation Ceremony, featuring a historical procession, the Jeongdo Gongyu Festival, and celebratory performances. The Closing Ceremony will showcase a highlight video and a formal closing announcement.
• Main Program:
  • Beautiful Baekje, Shining Sabi: Experience a captivating musical performance centered around the 70th festival’s theme.
  • Baekje Culture Fantasy Parade: Be mesmerized by a vibrant night parade through the downtown area.
  • Five Thousand Warriors Expedition Ceremony: Witness a dramatic reenactment of General Gyebaek’s courageous expedition with his five thousand warriors.
  • Seventy Years of Baekje Cultural Festival: Explore a commemorative exhibition showcasing the rich history and traditions of the festival over the past 69 years.
• Rituals: Observe traditional Baekje rituals, including the sacred flame lighting ceremony (Gocheonje) and nine types of Je·Buljeon rituals.
• Performances: Enjoy a diverse array of cultural arts performances, including the United Great Baekje Harmony Plaza and the Lotte World Parade, among eight other captivating programs.
• Experiences: Immerse yourself in Baekje life with interactive experiences such as "Welcome to Baekje," "Sinmyeong’s Street in Sabi," and traditional Baekje liquor tasting, among seven engaging programs.
• Scenic Attractions: Explore captivating sights like the Baekmagang Old Bridge, experience the magic of Sabi’s Night, and discover the historical significance of the 123 Goodeurae International Trade Port, among four other scenic offerings.
• Partner Programs: Engage with related events, including the 2024 Buyeo National Heritage Media Art, Sabi People’s Harmony Plaza, and the "Buyeo One-Day Trip Feeling Baekje" program.

General Information

Address: 368 Geumbyeok-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do (Singwan-dong), South Korea

Admission: Free (Some experience programs may require a fee).

Contact Information:

• Gongju City: +82-41-840-8090
• Buyeo County: +82-41-830-2208

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