Busan Gijang County to Host Abundant Cultural Events for 30th Anniversary of Restoration

Commemorative Events Continue from April 25
Photo Exhibition, Street Park, Cheongsachorong Lantern Street, Art Truck, and More

Busan Gijang County will kick off a series of diverse cultural events to commemorate the 30th anniversary of its restoration, beginning with the "30th Anniversary Restoration Photo Exhibition" on April 25.

This year, as Gijang County marks the 30th anniversary of its restoration, the county is organizing various events to celebrate the remarkable growth achieved together with its residents over the past 30 years and to foster pride among the people of Gijang.

The "30th Anniversary Restoration Photo Exhibition" will be held from April 25 to May 6 at Saemaeul Children's Park in Gijang-eup. The exhibition will feature photos that revisit the past and present of Gijang County, as well as nostalgic landscape images, providing a space where visitors can see the county's development at a glance.

On April 26, an "Art Truck" event will take place on the lawn in front of Gijang Eupseong (Janggwanchung), offering a variety of performances and hands-on programs by distinguished art groups such as Latz, Gugak Ensemble Gaon, and Asso Ananta, along with a flea market.

Additionally, on April 26 and 27, street performances (busking) will be held at Saemaeul Children's Park, and from April 26 to May 3, a Cheongsachorong Lantern Street will be created in the area stretching from Gijang Station to Gijang Market to Gijang Eupseong.

In particular, in connection with the photo exhibition and the Cheongsachorong Lantern Street, side events such as "Writing & Hanging Wish Papers" will be held, allowing residents to participate by expressing their hopes and expectations for the restoration of Gijang County through their own wish papers.

Furthermore, starting April 26, ongoing traditional experience programs such as trying on traditional costumes, traditional mask making, Jegichagi, and Tuho will be available, and on May 3, an outdoor "Traveling Cinema" event will be held for residents to enjoy together. With these rich cultural events, the restoration anniversary celebration is expected to be an occasion for all Gijang residents to participate and enjoy.

County Mayor Jung Jongbok stated, "The restoration of Gijang County is significant not only as an administrative change, but also in that it restored the name and identity of Gijang. I hope many residents will participate, reflect on the meaning of the restoration together, and create precious memories."