The Funeral Ceremony Location for Late Former President Roh Tae-woo Likely at Seoul Olympic Park Peace Plaza

On the 28th, a citizen is paying respects at the national funeral altar for the late former President Roh Tae-woo, set up in front of the main gate of Seoul Library in Jung-gu, Seoul. Following the government's decision to hold a state funeral for former President Roh, the Seoul Metropolitan Government has installed and is operating an altar for the general public from this day until the 30th. Photo by Kim Hyun-min kimhyun81@

[Asia Economy Reporter Ryu Tae-min] The funeral ceremony for the late former President Roh Tae-woo is expected to be held on the morning of the 30th at the Peace Plaza within Olympic Park in Bangi-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul.

According to government officials on the 28th, the Peace Plaza is highly likely to be the venue for former President Roh's funeral. Olympic Park holds a deep connection with him, as he served as the first Minister of Sports, the chairman of the organizing committee for the 1988 Seoul Olympics, and the president of the Korean Sports Council, playing a significant role in preparing for and successfully hosting the Olympic Games.

Considering the COVID-19 situation, a plan is being reviewed to limit attendance to about 50 people, including family members. The funeral procedures for former President Roh are being conducted as a five-day state funeral. His remains have been temporarily placed and are expected to be interred at the Unification Hill in Paju, Gyeonggi Province.