[KFestival] Spring Festival in Korea 2016
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Starting as early as March, the cold winds and freezing temperatures of winter begin to subside as spring draws near. In Korea, a wide array of events celebrating the season are held throughout the country, where many activities take to the outdoors thanks to the milder weather.
The return of the warmer weather not only brings countless beautiful wild flowers into bloom, but also gives families a chance to spend precious time with their loved ones through all the various activities that can be taken advantage of outdoors. Read on for the list of festivals that exuberates the lovely spring atmosphere in Korea.
The return of the warmer weather not only brings countless beautiful wild flowers into bloom, but also gives families a chance to spend precious time with their loved ones through all the various activities that can be taken advantage of outdoors. Read on for the list of festivals that exuberates the lovely spring atmosphere in Korea.
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Gwangyang International Maehwa Festival (광양매화축제)
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Address
전라남도 광양시 다압면 지막1길 55 (다압면)
Location
Telephone
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-797-3714, 3715
(Korean only)
From Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal, take an express bus to Gwangyang (광양) Terminal.
- Upon exiting from the terminal, take a taxi or shuttle bus to festival location. (Shuttle Bus: 3,100 won per individual)
Shuttle Bus Schedule
(Gwangyang Bus Terminal - Festival location)
10:15 / 12:15 / 13:15 / 14:15
(Festival location - Gwangyang Bus Terminal)
13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
**Shuttle bus only operates during festival period. Schedule may subject to changes.
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Gurye Sansuyu Festival (구례산수유꽃축제)
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전라남도 구례군 산동면 상관1길 45 (산동면)
Jirisan Hot Springs area
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-780-2726~7
Performing arts events
- Sansuyu Healing Garden concert
- The opening ceremony's performances
- Sansuyu Blossom Festival
- Sansuyu flower stonewall walk way concert & street performance
- Sansuyu Flower Garden Concert
- Sansuyu Harmony Concert
- Sansuyu Forever concert
Experience Events
- Sansuyu Love Letter
- Sansuyu Treasure hunt
- Sansuyu Photogenic
- Traditional folk games
- Sansuyucha tasting
- Topiary Experience
(the art of cutting trees and bushes into different shapes)
- Sansuyu Pressed painting experience & etc.
Exhibition Sales Event
- Gurye Local restaurants
- Gurye agricultural specialty shop
- Other Sales exhibitions
Events
- Sansuyu trees lease
- Sansuyu poem and painting exhibition
- Other Events
*Program details are subject to change and vary each year. Find more information at the official webpage.
From Seoul Nambu Terminal, take an intercity bus to Gurye (구례).
- From Gurye Bus Terminal, take the Gurye-Jungdong (구례-중동), Gurye-Wolgye (구례-월계), Gurye-Namwon (구례-남원), or Gurye-Hwaeomsa Temple (구례-화엄사) route bus to Jungdong (중동).
- The Jirisan Mountain Hot Springs area is located 300m from the Jungdong bus stop.
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Hwagae Cherry Blossom Festival (화개장터 벚꽃축제)
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경상남도 하동군 화개면 맥전길
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info:
+82-55-883-5715 (Hwagae-myeon Youth Group)
+82-1588-3186 (Tourism Information Center)
Apart from the stunning beauty of the cherry blossoms, there is also an exciting series of seasonal programs and cultural events for guests to enjoy. Nearby attractions include the historic Hwagae Market and numerous restaurants serving the province’s traditional cuisines such as Euneo-hoe (sliced raw sweetfish) and Chamge-tang (king crab broth).
* The event date is subject to change due to temperature change.
From Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus bound for Hadong (하동).
* Bus Schedule: 06:30, 08:00, 09:30, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30, 17:30, 19:30, 22:00
- Get off at Hwagae Terminal (화계터미널).
- Cross the Hwagaegyo Bridge, and go 100m forward to arrive at Hwagae Market.
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Icheon Baeksa Sansuyu Flower Festival (이천백사 산수유꽃축제)
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경기도 이천시 백사면 원적로775번길 17 (백사면)
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-31-631-2104
From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Icheon Terminal.
- Get on 23-8 or 23-81 in front of the bus terminal.
- Get off at Dorip-ri (도립리) Station.
- Walk straight 60 m and turn left at Dorimniyukgoejeong (도립리육괴정).
- Continue walking 166m.
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Cheongpunghoban Cherry Blossom Festival (청풍호 벚꽃축제)
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충청북도 제천시 청풍면 청풍호로 2048 (청풍면)
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-43-641-4870,
+82-43-641-5513
* Main festival period is from April 8-10.
* Dates may subject to changes depending on circumstances.
From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Jecheon.
- Upon exiting Jecheon Intercity Bus Terminal, turn right.
- Go about 50m and turn right onto the small street (CU convenience store on your left).
- Go about 150m and turn left to the bus stop in front of Tongyang Securities Building.
- Take Bus No. 950 and get off at Cheongpung Cultural Foundation Bus Stop.
(Korean only)
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Jinhae Gunhangje Festival (진해군항제)
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경상남도 창원시 진해구 통신동
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-55-225-2341
At Bugwon Rotary, with the commemoration of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin, visitors can place a wreath on his statue and also watch a victory parade and a ceremony to honor his spirit. As Jinhae is known for its naval port, festival-goers can also enjoy military music and performances at the Jinhae Military Band & Honor Guard Festival, which takes place at the same time. The festival provides a one-of-a-kind chance to see the powerful and polished military band marching show in full dress.
The Republic of Korea Naval Academy and the Command of Naval Base in Jinhae are generally not open to the general public. However, they open their doors during the Gunhangje festival and these places will be filled with festival-goers, turning the place into a museum and an exhibition center, displaying the Turtle Ship, Navy vessels, and photographs.
Gunhangje will also host hands-on activities from trying on a naval uniform to cruise riding and more. With 100 years of flowering cherry blossom trees scattered around the naval base, the base will display a special appearance to the public. In April, the streets of Jinhae city are strewn with cherry blossoms. A beautiful flower tunnel should not be missed when the flowers are in full bloom. The petals fluttering and falling in the wind create a breathtaking scene.
One of the top attractions during the festival is the 800 meter section of flowers on the railroad by Gyeonghwa Station, and the 1.5 kilometer flower streams where visitors can take in the beautiful spring flowers. Anmingogae Road makes for a great drive to enjoy the full bloom. From the top of Jehwangsan Mountain Park, you can see the whole of the city, which is centered around a roundabout at Jungwon Rotary. Jinhae Gunhangje Festival is a great place to create some special memories among the cherry blossoms and historic buildings of this modern and elegant city.
From Seoul Nambu Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Jinhae.
- From Jinhae Intercity Bus Terminal, go 30m straight and turn right onto Jungwondong-ro Road.
- Go 350m straight, and stay left at the fork.
- Go 230m to arrive at the festival venue.
[City Bus]
Jinhae ↔ Changwon: 150, 751, 752
Jinhae ↔ Masan: 160, 162, 760
Jinhae Line: 301, 302, 303, 305, 306, 309, 315
Inquiries
Changwon City Hall Call Center: +82-1899-1111
Changwon Culture & Tourism: +82-55-225-2341~6
Korail www.letskorail.com (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) / +82-1544-7788
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Jeju Cherry Blossom Festival (제주 왕벚꽃축제)
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제주특별자치도 제주시 전농로 (이도일동)
• For more info: +82-64-728-2752~4 (Korean)
Jeju Cherry Blossom Festival will be held in the area of Jeonnong-ro and the entrance of Jeju National University. The peak of the King Cherry Trees blossoms lasts for only 2 to 3 days. Come listen to soothing music as you take a romantic stroll down the gorgeous cherry blossom boulevard on beautiful Jeju Island.
- Seosara Cultural Festival Site on Jeonnong-ro Street
- Opening music to kick off the festival: Cherry Blossom Music concert + Cherry Blossom Night, etc.
[April 2 (Saturday) – 3 (Sunday) / 2 days]
- Seosara Cultural Street Festival (Samdo 1-dong) / Individual program
* Programs have been upgraded, adding more events like Cherry Blossom Youth Festival.
[April 4 (Monday) – 8 (Friday) / 5 days]
- Entrance of Jeju National University, Jeonnong-ro, etc.
- Cherry blossom photo contest, photo zone, flower viewing, lighting and cherry blossom sightseeing site, etc.
* Jeju Cherry Blossom seminar: To raise the academic value as a habitat
[April 9 (Sat) – 10 (Sunday) / 2 days]
- Entrance of Jeju National University
- Cherry Blossom Street Event, Photo Contest, Flea Market, etc.
From Jeju International Airport, take bus 500 and get off at New Jeju Rotary (신제주로터리).
-Cross the road, and go to the bus stop.
-Take Bus 20, and get off at Public Health Center 1 (보건소1).
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival (영등포 여의도 봄꽃축제)
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서울특별시 영등포구 국회대로 (여의도동)
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-2670-3114
Cars have limited access to the road around the National Assembly building during the festival period so that visitors can enjoy the blossoms and festivities freely. At night, the cherry blossoms are lit up with various colored lights and a wide range of street performances and art exhibitions take place.
1) Dangsan Station (Subway Line 2 or 9), Exit 4. 20 minute walk.
1) Yeouinaru Station (Subway Line 5), Exit 1. 20 minute walk.
3) Yeouido Station (Subway Line 5 or 9), Exit 5. Take Bus 162, 262, or 461 to National Assembly Bus Stop.
4) National Assembly Station (Subway Line 9), Exit 1 or 6. 5 minute walk.
Taean Tulip Festival (태안 튤립 축제)
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충청남도 태안군 남면 마검포길 200 (남면)
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-41-675-9200
Groups: Adults 8,000 won / Teenagers: 7,000 won
From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Taean.
From Taean Intercity Bus Terminal, take a village bus bound for Gomseom 곰섬 and get off at Morenon Bus Stop. (Estimated travel time: about 1-hour)
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[full credits to Korea Tourism Organization]
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