Ring in the New Year at Korea’s Southernmost Tip: Ttangkkeut Sunset & Sunrise Festival

🗓️ December 31, 2024 – January 1, 2025

Celebrate the transition from 2024 to the Year of the Blue Snake (Eulsa year) at Korea’s iconic Land’s End (Ttangkkeut), the southernmost point of the Korean peninsula! This New Year’s Eve bash offers a unique blend of traditional Korean festivities and modern entertainment, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the setting sun and rising dawn.

What Awaits You at Ttangkkeut?

This isn’t your average New Year’s celebration. The Ttangkkeut Sunset & Sunrise Festival offers a vibrant mix of experiences:

1. Electrifying Performances: Get ready to groove to the sounds of Heogak, DickPunks, and Park Kang-soo at the Ttangkkeut Music Concert. Don’t miss the dazzling street performances featuring fire shows, bubble artistry, and balloon creations. The countdown to the new year culminates in a spectacular fireworks display!

2. Embrace the New Year with Tradition: Craft hope ribbons, pen down your New Year’s resolutions and family mottos, and get a glimpse into your future with a tarot card reading. Experience the warmth of hope candle making and engage in traditional Korean folk games.

3. Delicious Eats: Indulge in a variety of local delicacies at the Ttangkkeut Youth Pojangmacha (food stalls). Warm up with a comforting bowl of Tteokguk (rice cake soup) for just 2,500 won.

4. Explore and Commemorate: Receive a special Year of the Blue Snake souvenir when you visit Ttangkkeut Tower. Embark on a stamp rally adventure, leading you through Ttangkkeut Tower, World’s End Park, the Observatory, and the Marine Natural History Museum.

Location and Details

📍 Address: 42 Ttangkkeut Maeul-gil, Songji-myeon, Haenam-gun, Jeollanam-do

🛏️ Accommodation near the event:

💰 Fee: Free (some programs are paid)

📞 Inquiries: 061-530-5159~5160

🖥️ Homepage: http://tour.haenam.go.kr

What is Ttangkkeut?

Ttangkkeut, translating to "Land’s End" in Korean, is a village at the southern tip of the Korean Peninsula, in Haenam County, South Jeolla Province. Its coastal scenery is notable for both natural beauty and cultural relevance. The village is a popular destination for its sunrise and sunset views, particularly during the Ttangkkeut Sunset & Sunrise Festival. This festival draws visitors who gather to see the first sunrise of the new year, appreciating its geographical marker and tradition. With its peaceful landscape, Ttangkkeut offers an environment well-suited for reflection and is a meaningful site for those considering new ventures or personal milestones.