Reducing Camping Spots to Secure Space Between Tents
Glamping Zone, Campfire Zone, and Outdoor Stage Also Established
[Asia Economy Reporter Jo In-kyung] The Seoul Metropolitan Government is completely remodeling the aging Hangang Nanji Camping Site(bird's-eye view) area of 27,000㎡ for the first time in 12 years, transforming it into a campsite where various camping cultures can be enjoyed.
The Hangang Project Headquarters of Seoul City announced on the 9th that the Nanji Camping Site, which ceased operations at the end of last month, will undergo remodeling construction and reopen in April next year.
Nanji Camping Site is a resting place in the city with excellent accessibility, attracting about 160,000 visitors annually on average. However, since it was established 12 years ago, the facilities have aged, and issues such as hygiene problems with tents installed year-round and overcrowding due to narrow spaces between tents have been raised.
The city reflected citizens' inconveniences actively, significantly reducing the number of camping spots from the existing 172 to 124 and securing ample space between tents to improve the crowded environment. Although the number of spots decreased, the freely usable space was expanded, resulting in a total capacity reduction from 970 to 832 people, a decrease of about 14%.
In particular, a separate 'Barbecue Zone' with 26 fire pits will be installed. Previously, visitors could grill meat anywhere in the campsite, but from now on, campers must grill in front of their own tents, and those who come only to enjoy barbecue without camping must use the Barbecue Zone.
The existing uniform camping style with old tents will also be diversified into a fully equipped 'Glamping Zone (5 spots)', a 'General Camping Zone (83 spots)' where camping is enjoyed at designated spots, and a 'Free Camping Zone (36 spots)' where tents can be freely set up on the lawn.
Amid the difficulties in traveling due to the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), five 'Campfire Zones' will be installed to enjoy 'Bulmeong,' a new term meaning to stare blankly at a fire, popular among campers. A 'Fragrant Garden' filled with rose scents and an 'Outdoor Stage' for performances will also be created.
Additionally, abundant greenery will be created through various tree plantings to provide a space for comfortable relaxation away from daily life, and convenience facilities such as restrooms and drinking fountains will be repaired and improved.
Shin Yong-mok, head of the Seoul Hangang Project Headquarters, said, "We ask for citizens' understanding that Nanji Camping Site will not be operated in the second half of this year due to construction," and added, "We will do our best to promote Nanji Camping Site, which will be reborn as a pleasant resting place in the city and become a landmark leading camping culture."
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