Be the First to Greet 2025’s Sunrise at the Ganjeolgot Sunrise Festival! π
Join the vibrant celebration at Ganjeolgot, Ulju, and witness the earliest sunrise on the Korean Peninsula as 2025 dawns! π
ποΈ Dates: December 31st, 2024 – January 1st, 2025
Ganjeolgot in Ulju offers the quickest glimpse of the new year’s first sunrise in Korea. But the Ganjeolgot Sunrise Festival is much more than just a breathtaking natural spectacle; it’s a full-blown sensory feast! Indulge in captivating performances, savor delicious treats, and immerse yourself in a dynamic atmosphere.
This year, we’re taking the celebrations to new heights with a spectacular drone show featuring 1,500 drones illuminating the sky! π This is a significant upgrade from previous years, adding a modern, technological marvel to the traditional festivities.
Here’s what awaits you:
Highlights:
- Sunset Event: Groove to the rhythm of popular singers as the sun dips below the horizon, setting the stage for the main event. π€
- Grand Drone Light Show: Prepare to be mesmerized by a breathtaking aerial display featuring 1,500 drones, painting the night sky with vibrant artistry in celebration of the 2025 sunrise. πΈ
- Dazzling Fireworks: As the clock strikes midnight, a brilliant fireworks display will illuminate the sky, welcoming the new year with a bang! π
- New Year’s Tteokguk Sharing: Partake in the traditional sharing of tteokguk (rice cake soup), a symbolic gesture believed to bring good fortune in the new year. π
Full Program:
1. Performances:
- New Year’s Eve Commemorative Music Concert
- 1,500 Drone Light Show
- Fireworks Display
2. Events:
- New Year’s Tteokguk Sharing
3. Exhibitions:
- Night Landscape Exhibition
- Ulju Public Art Project: Ganjeolgot: Secret Garden
4. Helpful Resources:
- Coffee Map: Enjoy Ganjeolgot with Coffee β
- Real-time Traffic Information π
Plan Your Visit:
π Location: 189, Ganjeolgot Haean-gil, Seosaeng-myeon, Ulju-gun, Ulsan
π° Admission: Free
π Contact: 052-980-2232
π₯οΈ Website: www.ucf.or.kr
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What is Ganjeolgot?
Ganjeolgot is a popular tourist destination in South Korea known for being the easternmost point of the Korean peninsula. It is particularly famous for offering one of the first views of the sunrise in the country. Located in Ulsan, Ganjeolgot attracts many visitors, especially on New Year’s Day, who gather to witness the first sunrise of the year. The site features a picturesque lighthouse, scenic walking paths, and a large sculpture of a mailbox where people often write and send letters to commemorate their visit or make wishes for the future.
