Gangbuk-gu Provides Accommodation and Cultural Experience Support to 112 'Jamboree Scouts'
Swiss Jamboree Scouts Share Big Smiles in Gangbuk-gu... Immersed in the Charm of Nature and Historical Cultural Experiences
Positive Response to Experiences at Bukhansan International Climbing, April 19 Democratic Cemetery, and Cheongja Kiln Site
Seoul’s Gangbuk-gu (District Mayor Lee Soon-hee) announced that it is providing comfortable accommodation and various experience programs for 112 Swiss scouts from the ‘2023 World Scout Jamboree’ who withdrew from the Saemangeum campsite due to the impact of Typhoon Khanun, for 3 nights and 4 days.
The district arranged diverse activities utilizing key facilities such as the April 19 National Democratic Cemetery, Bukhansan International Climbing Center, and Ui-dong Mountain Culture HUB, so that the Jamboree scouts could feel the exquisite nature of Bukhansan and the tradition of democracy in South Korea.
On the evening of the 8th, the Jamboree scouts stayed overnight at the Meritz Fire & Marine Insurance Training Center near Solbat Park in Ui-dong, and from the 9th, they followed a new schedule prepared by Gangbuk-gu.
On that day, the district organized the scouts into four groups of 28 members each and operated programs at Bukhansan International Climbing Center, Seoul City Hiking Tourism Center, Ui-dong Mountain Culture HUB, and Cheongja Kiln Site, allowing them to experience the beauty of urban mountains and traditional culture.
The Swiss scouts shared their impressions, saying, “It was impressive that large mountains are located within the city, and we felt that Korean mountains like Bukhansan and Dobongsan are beautiful and magnificent. We want to visit again and definitely try climbing,” and “The time spent making Korean pottery was very impressive and fun. I want to show off the pottery I made to my friends.” They also expressed great satisfaction, noting that the accommodation provided by the district was clean and comfortable, and all the Korean food was delicious.
On the 10th, they will experience meditation, temple food making, and Zen practice through a templestay at the internationally renowned Hwacheon Temple. At the Costume and Natural History Museum located on Sungshin Women’s University Unjeong Green Campus, they will view various costumes and accessories ranging from traditional Korean birth costumes to everyday wear, wedding and royal court ceremonial costumes, and burial garments. They will also watch professional performances such as Hakseungmu dance, Samulnori percussion, and Taegeukgi magic prepared by the Gangbuk Cultural Foundation and local residents.
On the final day, the 11th, they will take the ‘Neorang Narang Urirang Stamp Healing Tour,’ a trekking course in Bukhansan, starting from the April 19 Democratic Cemetery Station on the Ui-Sinseol Line, passing the Modern History Memorial Hall, the graves of patriotic martyrs, and climbing to the April 19 Observatory.
This collaborative effort between the public and private sectors of Seoul’s Gangbuk-gu to prepare and implement various programs for the scouts to ensure the success of this Jamboree event is impressive.
Meanwhile, the district thoroughly inspected accommodations and facilities even before the Jamboree participants arrived. To prevent safety accidents, medical staff and ambulances were stationed at all event schedules and locations, and hygiene inspections were conducted at dining venues, operating a strict management system.
District Mayor Lee Soon-hee said, “We will provide various programs and enjoyable activities unique to Gangbuk-gu that can elevate the spirit of scouting,” and added, “I hope the Swiss Jamboree scouts create wonderful memories in Gangbuk-gu.”
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