As approximately 40,000 scouts from various countries who participated in the '2023 Saemangeum World Scout Jamboree' have concluded their official schedules, some delegations are extending their stay in Korea to fully enjoy their summer vacations.
The government plans to provide full support across all areas including accommodation, transportation, cultural experiences, and tourism to ensure that the scouts continuing their additional schedules have a comfortable time.
About 890 Swedish jamboree scouts have been enjoying sightseeing in Busan since the 12th. Having moved to the dormitories of Korea Maritime and Ocean University the day before, they visited Gwangalli Beach, a representative summer beach in Busan, soaking in the summer sea vacation atmosphere. They plan to tour Busan attractions such as the UN Memorial Cemetery, Yongdusan Park, Gamcheon Culture Village, Beomeosa Temple, and Geumjeongsan Mountain until the 15th.
More than 600 British scouts arrived in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province the day before and visited Gugok Waterfall and the Animation Museum. They also went to Legoland to enjoy rides and had fun water battles on water gun boats, fully embracing the vacation mood. The Taiwanese delegation split into groups to tour Busan, Gyeongbuk Gyeongju, and Jeonnam Suncheon. The 46 members who visited Suncheon enjoyed the flavors and charms of the southern region while exploring Suncheonman National Garden and Nagan Eupseong Folk Village.
There were also countries exploring traditional Korean houses, martial arts, arts, and history. About 230 Dutch scouts visited the Korean Folk Village in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, exploring folk items such as dorongi (raincoats) and jukbuin (bamboo pillows) to delve into Korean culture. Thirty-eight Jordanian scouts visited Hongyureung in Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province, touring the 'palace house' built by King Yeongjo for his daughter, Princess Hwageol. Twenty-four Ukrainian scouts are staying about a week longer than the official jamboree period to participate in the 'Cultural Odyssey' program organized by the Gyeonggi-do International Education Institute.
The government is wholeheartedly supporting the jamboree scouts' efforts to experience Korean culture and ensuring their stay is convenient. On the previous day, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo urged, "All ministries and local governments should prioritize the safety and health of the jamboree scouts and have agency heads personally oversee every process including accommodation, meals, transportation, experiences, and departure to ensure the scouts do not face any inconvenience."
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